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Episode 129: Meet the Tiger Tutors
September 28, 2023
In this episode, Director of the Teaching and Learning Center Jess Laliberte talks with the leaders of the newly-formed Tiger Tutor team: Orafiri Koko ('24), Brecken Laliberte ('25), Charlie May ('24), Isla McLaughlin ('24), Angeline Myrie ('25), Anthony Natarella ('24) and Seidy Pichardo ('24). They talk about the tutoring program, their new space in the Tiger Lab and more. 
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Episode 128: A Chat with Jeff Snider (’92, LD ’18)
September 21, 2023
In this episode, Director of Events and Engagement Becca Wood talks with Jeff Snider ('92, LD '18) about his boarding experience at Darlington, his current experience as a boarding parent, and more as Darlington celebrates 100 Years of Boarding. 
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Episode 127: Getting to Know New Faculty
September 14, 2023
In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Stefan Eady talks with new faculty members Betina Fuentes, Upper School English; Travis Gaug, Upper School history; Keegan Hinsley, middle grades English; and Celeste Rivers, Pre-K to 8 learning specialist. They discuss their career backgrounds, what drew them to Darlington and what they've learned about the community in their first month here. 
Listen
Episode 126: A Reflection on Honor Above Everything
September 7, 2023
In this episode, Upper School Learning Specialist and faculty advisor to the Honor Council Justin Bruce talks with fifth-grader Adelyn Fine and senior Maddox Pyle, who serves as president of the Honor Council. They talk about the history and role of the Honor Council and reflect on how Darlington students embody Honor Above Everything.
Listen
Episode 125: Recap of the College Fair
August 31, 2023
In this episode, Dean of College Guidance Ivy Brewer talks with college advisors Jaclyn Haynes and Mike Hudson and seniors Jack Bell and Isla McLaughlin about the value of the College Guidance Program at Darlington and the recent College Fair. 
Listen
Episode 124: A Look at Student Leadership & Involvement
August 24, 2023
In this episode, Terar Everhart ('13, LD '23), Upper School administrative assistant, talks with head day prefect of Cooper House Jennifer Hughes ('24), Summerbell day leader Anthony Natarella ('24), head dorm prefect of Regester House Eva Mosley ('24) and Student Body President Oliver Liu ('24). Together, they talk about student leadership, how other students can get involved and the skills they've gained from holding leadership positions.
Listen
Episode 123: A Chat with Barry Hurley (’83, LD ’20)
August 17, 2023
In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent chats with Barry Hurley ('83, LD '20), local attorney, current parent and parent of three alumni. They talk about Hurley's Darlington experience, his career path and how he stays connected with members of his class as he prepares for his milestone 40th class reunion this fall at Alumni Weekend. 
Listen
Episode 122: Tips for Back-to-School Success
August 10, 2023
In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Stefan Eady talks with Upper School Counselor Chris Allen, Learning Specialist Jennifer Luitwieler and Dean of Students Brant Evans. Together, they share back-to-school tips for students and families from grades pre-K through 12 as the new school year approaches. 
Listen
Episode 121: Darlington Tigers Football Preview
August 3, 2023
In this episode, Head of School Brent Bell talks with Head Football Coach Wayne Groves and seniors Jack Chandler, Connor Ellison and Mackay Rush about the Darlington Tigers' upcoming football season. They discuss Coach Groves' coaching philosophy, how the team has been preparing, their goals for the season and what they're most excited about. 
Listen
Episode 120: A Look at Summer Professional Development
July 27, 2023
In this episode, Professional Development Coordinator Rebekah Kinney talks with second-grade teacher Courtney Cescutti, Director of Pre-K to 8 Hope Jones, Director of the Teaching and Learning Center Jessica Laliberte and pre-K teacher Beth Smith about their summer professional development activities. They share about each of the work they have been doing within their colleagues and how it has prepared them for the coming school year. 
Listen
Episode 119: A Chat with Dr. Sonbol Shahid-Salles
July 20, 2023
In this episode, Becca Wood, Director of Events and Engagement in the Advancement Office, chats with Darlington parent, Purple Tie volunteer and local physician Dr. Sonbol Shahid-Salles about her involvement in the Darlington Community, with a special preview of the upcoming Purple Tie Tiger Tailgate event. 
Listen
Episode 118: A Look at Library Services
July 13, 2023
In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Stefan Eady chats with Director of Library Services Dawn Brock, Pre-K to 8 Librarian Mary Kate Fowee and Upper School Librarian Jordan West about library services at Darlington, their summer professional development, the changes coming to our library spaces next year and more.
Listen
Episode 117: A Chat with Lou Dempsey (’87, LD ’17)
July 6, 2023
In this episode, Becca Wood, Director of Events and Engagement in the Advancement Office, chats with Lou Dempsey ('87, LD '17) about his involvement in the Darlington Community as a parent and local business owner, with a special preview of his role in the upcoming Purple Tie Tiger Tailgate live auction. 
Listen
Episode 116: A Look at Darlington Summer Programs
June 29, 2023
In this episode, Content Manager Maddie Chastain talks with faculty summer program directors Eddie Guth, Paige Rogers and Melissa Smyly about their upcoming camps and the benefits of summer programs for students.
Listen
Episode 115: A Chat with Hanna Jon Lewis (’16)
June 22, 2023
In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent chats with Young Alumni Council President Hanna Jon Lewis ('16) about her career path, her plans as the newly-elected president of the Young Alumni Council and why she is passionate about staying connected to the Darlington Community. 
Listen
Episode 114: A Look at the Writing Center
June 15, 2023
In this episode, Content Manager Maddie Chastain talks with Emma Adams ('23) and Upper School English teacher Jennifer Kelley about the work they have done to create a new Writing Center for Darlington Upper School students through Adams' Senior Ventures project. They discuss how the Writing Center will benefit students, the development process and future plans for the Writing Center and the Tiger Tutors. 
Listen
Episode 113: A Chat with Rick Buice, Nancy Ivester & Jack Summerbell
June 8, 2023
In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent chats with esteemed former faculty members Rick Buice, Nancy Ivester and Jack Summerbell. Together, they share memories of their time at Darlington, including their mentors, the lessons they learned as educators and their advice for young teachers. 
Listen
Episode 112: Class of 2023 Commencement Address
June 1, 2023
In this special Commencement episode, listen to Dr. Ryland Scott, local bariatric and general surgeon, give his Commencement address on May 13. Following an introduction from his children, Kate, Parker and Ryland ('23), Scott reflects on the Class of 2023's journey and the many supporters who have helped them reach this point. He encourages graduates to use three key elements, good direction, good company and good fuel, to propel them forward in life and offers parting wisdom and encouragement.
Listen
Episode 129: Meet the Tiger Tutors
September 28, 2023
In this episode, Director of the Teaching and Learning Center Jess Laliberte talks with the leaders of the newly-formed Tiger Tutor team: Orafiri Koko ('24), Brecken Laliberte ('25), Charlie May ('24), Isla McLaughlin ('24), Angeline Myrie ('25), Anthony Natarella ('24) and Seidy Pichardo ('24). They talk about the tutoring program, their new space in the Tiger Lab and more. 
Listen
Episode 128: A Chat with Jeff Snider (’92, LD ’18)
September 21, 2023
In this episode, Director of Events and Engagement Becca Wood talks with Jeff Snider ('92, LD '18) about his boarding experience at Darlington, his current experience as a boarding parent, and more as Darlington celebrates 100 Years of Boarding. 
Listen
Episode 127: Getting to Know New Faculty
September 14, 2023
In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Stefan Eady talks with new faculty members Betina Fuentes, Upper School English; Travis Gaug, Upper School history; Keegan Hinsley, middle grades English; and Celeste Rivers, Pre-K to 8 learning specialist. They discuss their career backgrounds, what drew them to Darlington and what they've learned about the community in their first month here. 
Listen
Episode 126: A Reflection on Honor Above Everything
September 7, 2023
In this episode, Upper School Learning Specialist and faculty advisor to the Honor Council Justin Bruce talks with fifth-grader Adelyn Fine and senior Maddox Pyle, who serves as president of the Honor Council. They talk about the history and role of the Honor Council and reflect on how Darlington students embody Honor Above Everything.
Listen
Episode 125: Recap of the College Fair
August 31, 2023
In this episode, Dean of College Guidance Ivy Brewer talks with college advisors Jaclyn Haynes and Mike Hudson and seniors Jack Bell and Isla McLaughlin about the value of the College Guidance Program at Darlington and the recent College Fair. 
Listen
Episode 124: A Look at Student Leadership & Involvement
August 24, 2023
In this episode, Terar Everhart ('13, LD '23), Upper School administrative assistant, talks with head day prefect of Cooper House Jennifer Hughes ('24), Summerbell day leader Anthony Natarella ('24), head dorm prefect of Regester House Eva Mosley ('24) and Student Body President Oliver Liu ('24). Together, they talk about student leadership, how other students can get involved and the skills they've gained from holding leadership positions.
Listen
Episode 123: A Chat with Barry Hurley (’83, LD ’20)
August 17, 2023
In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent chats with Barry Hurley ('83, LD '20), local attorney, current parent and parent of three alumni. They talk about Hurley's Darlington experience, his career path and how he stays connected with members of his class as he prepares for his milestone 40th class reunion this fall at Alumni Weekend. 
Listen
Episode 122: Tips for Back-to-School Success
August 10, 2023
In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Stefan Eady talks with Upper School Counselor Chris Allen, Learning Specialist Jennifer Luitwieler and Dean of Students Brant Evans. Together, they share back-to-school tips for students and families from grades pre-K through 12 as the new school year approaches. 
Listen
Episode 121: Darlington Tigers Football Preview
August 3, 2023
In this episode, Head of School Brent Bell talks with Head Football Coach Wayne Groves and seniors Jack Chandler, Connor Ellison and Mackay Rush about the Darlington Tigers' upcoming football season. They discuss Coach Groves' coaching philosophy, how the team has been preparing, their goals for the season and what they're most excited about. 
Listen
Episode 120: A Look at Summer Professional Development
July 27, 2023
In this episode, Professional Development Coordinator Rebekah Kinney talks with second-grade teacher Courtney Cescutti, Director of Pre-K to 8 Hope Jones, Director of the Teaching and Learning Center Jessica Laliberte and pre-K teacher Beth Smith about their summer professional development activities. They share about each of the work they have been doing within their colleagues and how it has prepared them for the coming school year. 
Listen
Episode 119: A Chat with Dr. Sonbol Shahid-Salles
July 20, 2023
In this episode, Becca Wood, Director of Events and Engagement in the Advancement Office, chats with Darlington parent, Purple Tie volunteer and local physician Dr. Sonbol Shahid-Salles about her involvement in the Darlington Community, with a special preview of the upcoming Purple Tie Tiger Tailgate event. 
Listen
Episode 118: A Look at Library Services
July 13, 2023
In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Stefan Eady chats with Director of Library Services Dawn Brock, Pre-K to 8 Librarian Mary Kate Fowee and Upper School Librarian Jordan West about library services at Darlington, their summer professional development, the changes coming to our library spaces next year and more.
Listen
Episode 117: A Chat with Lou Dempsey (’87, LD ’17)
July 6, 2023
In this episode, Becca Wood, Director of Events and Engagement in the Advancement Office, chats with Lou Dempsey ('87, LD '17) about his involvement in the Darlington Community as a parent and local business owner, with a special preview of his role in the upcoming Purple Tie Tiger Tailgate live auction. 
Listen
Episode 116: A Look at Darlington Summer Programs
June 29, 2023
In this episode, Content Manager Maddie Chastain talks with faculty summer program directors Eddie Guth, Paige Rogers and Melissa Smyly about their upcoming camps and the benefits of summer programs for students.
Listen
Episode 115: A Chat with Hanna Jon Lewis (’16)
June 22, 2023
In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent chats with Young Alumni Council President Hanna Jon Lewis ('16) about her career path, her plans as the newly-elected president of the Young Alumni Council and why she is passionate about staying connected to the Darlington Community. 
Listen
Episode 114: A Look at the Writing Center
June 15, 2023
In this episode, Content Manager Maddie Chastain talks with Emma Adams ('23) and Upper School English teacher Jennifer Kelley about the work they have done to create a new Writing Center for Darlington Upper School students through Adams' Senior Ventures project. They discuss how the Writing Center will benefit students, the development process and future plans for the Writing Center and the Tiger Tutors. 
Listen
Episode 113: A Chat with Rick Buice, Nancy Ivester & Jack Summerbell
June 8, 2023
In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent chats with esteemed former faculty members Rick Buice, Nancy Ivester and Jack Summerbell. Together, they share memories of their time at Darlington, including their mentors, the lessons they learned as educators and their advice for young teachers. 
Listen
Episode 112: Class of 2023 Commencement Address
June 1, 2023
In this special Commencement episode, listen to Dr. Ryland Scott, local bariatric and general surgeon, give his Commencement address on May 13. Following an introduction from his children, Kate, Parker and Ryland ('23), Scott reflects on the Class of 2023's journey and the many supporters who have helped them reach this point. He encourages graduates to use three key elements, good direction, good company and good fuel, to propel them forward in life and offers parting wisdom and encouragement.
Listen