A Darlington student is made up of many things. None of which is average. We help our students develop their interests, passions and pursuits, because we believe every individual has something to contribute. We also believe that only when you're 100% you, are you 100% Darlington.
Here at Darlington, every student’s path is different. We think that's a good thing.
Let’s get to know Charlie Jackson, a four-year day student from Rome who sings in the Concert Choir and serves as a leader in the “Y” Cabinet and Student Activities Committee.
When you think of Darlington, what three words come to mind first?
Community, Campus, RUMPUS
What song reminds you of high school?
"Unwritten”
What's your favorite show to binge watch?
“Fuller House”
What's your favorite restaurant in Rome?
Blossom Hill
What house are you a member of?
Neville House
What are you involved in?
Choir, “Y” Cabinet, Student Activities Committee
If you play sports, who is your favorite coach and why?
Coach Loudermilk because he is always hilarious but strict.
If you are involved in fine arts, what is your favorite activity and why?
The Concert Choir trip because you get to perform a piece that you have worked hard on and you get to spend a few days in Orlando. It's a fun time to hang out and perform.
What's your favorite place on campus and why?
Student Center because of its versatility. You can sleep if you're tired, play the PS5, hang out with friends and do homework.
Who's your favorite teacher and why?
Ms. Shores and Mr. Hudson because they taught in a way where learning seemed to be secondary. As you're learning, you don't even notice it because of how captivated you are with the material, ultimately leading to retention later on.
What’s your favorite thing about Darlington?
The teachers and the campus.
Describe an experience that you've had at Darlington that you couldn't have had anywhere else.
Becoming a leader in the “Y” Cabinet and SAC. Also, getting to spend time in the dorms and hang out with global students was a very unique experience.
What are some of the ways you've grown since you first came to Darlington?
I have grown in my ability to form lasting relationships with my friends. I have also grown to work hard whether this is physically with an injury, emotionally when hard times occur, or academically.
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