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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
