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Episode 178: Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom
December 12, 2024
In this episode, Director of IT Derek Fine talks with Technology Integration Coordinator Leah Lynn, second grade teacher Courtney Cescutti, middle grades science teacher Reilly Thomas and Upper School history teacher John Hintermaier about their use of artificial intelligence, also known as AI, in their classrooms to assist with teaching and enhance the learning experience of their students. 
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Episode 177: A Chat with Tashia & Chris Twyman
November 28, 2024
In this episode, Chief Advancement Officer Julie Lucas ('97) talks with Tashia and Chris Twyman, parents of Christa ('23) and Myles ('26) Twyman. The Twymans have been active volunteers since coming to Darlington 11 years ago and currently serve as co-presidents of the Athletic Booster Club. They talk about their family's experience at Darlington, share how other parents can get involved and more. 
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Episode 176: Fall Varsity Sports Recap
November 14, 2024
In this episode, Content Manager Maddie Chastain talks with varsity coaches Sam Clark (volleyball), Brant Evans (boys' and girls' cross country), Betina Fuentes (football cheerleading), Wayne Groves (football), Anna Harris (softball) and Melissa Smyly (competition cheerleading) about the fall athletic season at Darlington. You'll hear a little bit about each team and their highlights of the spring season, from the pre-season to team bonding to their accomplishments and more. 
Listen
Episode 175: A Season of Discovery in the Fine Arts
October 31, 2024
In this episode, Director of Fine Arts Kim Tunnell talks with senior Mily James, sixth-grader Andrew Herren, and Lee (Taylor) Morris ('07, LD '24) about the fine arts department's season of discovery this fall, including recent Discover Days, concerts, and the fall play. 
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Episode 174: Reflections - Honor Above Everything
October 17, 2024
In this episode, Student Body President Atlas Kosedag talks with Upper School Learning Specialist Justin Bruce, Upper School science teacher Jaclyn Haynes and senior Anna Nguyen about honor at Darlington, from our motto that says "Honor Above Everything," to how students and faculty strive to exhibit honor in everything they do, from the classroom to the athletic fields to the arts and more. 
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Episode 173: A Chat with Doug Hendrickson (’74)
October 3, 2024
In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent talks with Doug Hendrickson ('74), member of the Darlington Board of Trustees. He shares his favorite memories from his time as a boarding student and reflects on why he chooses to give back to Darlington. 
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Episode 172: Reflections - Service Beyond Self
September 19, 2024
In this episode, Student Body President Atlas Kosedag talks with pre-K teacher Beth Smith ('87, LD '12), eighth-grader Jesse Meredith and senior Whit Molnar about service at Darlington, from our motto that says "Service Beyond Self," to how we encourage our students and faculty to live a life of service, both at Darlington and beyond.
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Episode 171: A Look into Technology at Darlington
September 5, 2024
In this episode, Director of IT Derek Fine talks with kindergarten teacher Jody Deaton, fourth-grade teacher Dr. Mike Natarella, middle grades math teacher Chris Eberhart and Upper School English teacher Mallory Collier about Darlington’s recent distinction as a four-time Apple Distinguished School and how we inspire, imagine, and create a lasting impact on our students using technology. 
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Episode 170: Reflections - Wisdom More Than Knowledge
August 22, 2024
In this episode, Student Body President Atlas Kosedag talks with History Department Head Brian Inman, sophomore Cora Fannin and eighth-grader Madison Paxten about about wisdom at Darlington, from our motto that says “Wisdom More Than Knowledge” to how wisdom is fostered in academics, athletics, the arts and more. 
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Episode 169: Tips for Back-to-School Success
August 8, 2024
In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Stefan Eady talks with Upper School Learning Specialist Justin Bruce, Technology Integration Coordinator Leah Lynn, Moser House Head Day Prefect Murray Ellington ('26) and Thornwood House Head Day Prefect Ava Ann Woods ('26). Together, they share tips for students and parents as the Darlington Community prepares to head back to school. 
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Episode 168: A Chat with Jim Dent (’77, LD ’19)
July 25, 2024
In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent talks with Jim Dent ('77, LD '19) about the impact Darlington has had on his life, his winding career path and his current work in medical missions with Mercy Ships. 
Listen
Episode 167: A Look at Summer Professional Development
July 11, 2024
In this episode, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Melissa Smyly talks with Technology Integration Coordinator Leah Lynn and Upper School Librarian Jordan West about the conferences and trainings they've attended this summer for their professional development. 
Listen
Episode 166: A Chat with Sara Weeks Dima (’97)
June 27, 2024
In this episode, Chief Advancement Officer Julie Lucas ('97) chats with Sara Weeks Dima ('97) about her experience as a boarding student at Darlington, her career small business owner in the food industry and more.
Listen
Episode 165: Class of 2024 Commencement Address
June 13, 2024
In this special Commencement episode, listen to Gordon Smith ('71), chairman of the Board of Trustees and retired executive director and chief operating officer of the United States Tennis Association, give his Commencement address on May 18.
Listen
Episode 178: Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom
December 12, 2024
In this episode, Director of IT Derek Fine talks with Technology Integration Coordinator Leah Lynn, second grade teacher Courtney Cescutti, middle grades science teacher Reilly Thomas and Upper School history teacher John Hintermaier about their use of artificial intelligence, also known as AI, in their classrooms to assist with teaching and enhance the learning experience of their students. 
Listen
Episode 177: A Chat with Tashia & Chris Twyman
November 28, 2024
In this episode, Chief Advancement Officer Julie Lucas ('97) talks with Tashia and Chris Twyman, parents of Christa ('23) and Myles ('26) Twyman. The Twymans have been active volunteers since coming to Darlington 11 years ago and currently serve as co-presidents of the Athletic Booster Club. They talk about their family's experience at Darlington, share how other parents can get involved and more. 
Listen
Episode 176: Fall Varsity Sports Recap
November 14, 2024
In this episode, Content Manager Maddie Chastain talks with varsity coaches Sam Clark (volleyball), Brant Evans (boys' and girls' cross country), Betina Fuentes (football cheerleading), Wayne Groves (football), Anna Harris (softball) and Melissa Smyly (competition cheerleading) about the fall athletic season at Darlington. You'll hear a little bit about each team and their highlights of the spring season, from the pre-season to team bonding to their accomplishments and more. 
Listen
Episode 175: A Season of Discovery in the Fine Arts
October 31, 2024
In this episode, Director of Fine Arts Kim Tunnell talks with senior Mily James, sixth-grader Andrew Herren, and Lee (Taylor) Morris ('07, LD '24) about the fine arts department's season of discovery this fall, including recent Discover Days, concerts, and the fall play. 
Listen
Episode 174: Reflections - Honor Above Everything
October 17, 2024
In this episode, Student Body President Atlas Kosedag talks with Upper School Learning Specialist Justin Bruce, Upper School science teacher Jaclyn Haynes and senior Anna Nguyen about honor at Darlington, from our motto that says "Honor Above Everything," to how students and faculty strive to exhibit honor in everything they do, from the classroom to the athletic fields to the arts and more. 
Listen
Episode 173: A Chat with Doug Hendrickson (’74)
October 3, 2024
In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent talks with Doug Hendrickson ('74), member of the Darlington Board of Trustees. He shares his favorite memories from his time as a boarding student and reflects on why he chooses to give back to Darlington. 
Listen
Episode 172: Reflections - Service Beyond Self
September 19, 2024
In this episode, Student Body President Atlas Kosedag talks with pre-K teacher Beth Smith ('87, LD '12), eighth-grader Jesse Meredith and senior Whit Molnar about service at Darlington, from our motto that says "Service Beyond Self," to how we encourage our students and faculty to live a life of service, both at Darlington and beyond.
Listen
Episode 171: A Look into Technology at Darlington
September 5, 2024
In this episode, Director of IT Derek Fine talks with kindergarten teacher Jody Deaton, fourth-grade teacher Dr. Mike Natarella, middle grades math teacher Chris Eberhart and Upper School English teacher Mallory Collier about Darlington’s recent distinction as a four-time Apple Distinguished School and how we inspire, imagine, and create a lasting impact on our students using technology. 
Listen
Episode 170: Reflections - Wisdom More Than Knowledge
August 22, 2024
In this episode, Student Body President Atlas Kosedag talks with History Department Head Brian Inman, sophomore Cora Fannin and eighth-grader Madison Paxten about about wisdom at Darlington, from our motto that says “Wisdom More Than Knowledge” to how wisdom is fostered in academics, athletics, the arts and more. 
Listen
Episode 169: Tips for Back-to-School Success
August 8, 2024
In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Stefan Eady talks with Upper School Learning Specialist Justin Bruce, Technology Integration Coordinator Leah Lynn, Moser House Head Day Prefect Murray Ellington ('26) and Thornwood House Head Day Prefect Ava Ann Woods ('26). Together, they share tips for students and parents as the Darlington Community prepares to head back to school. 
Listen
Episode 168: A Chat with Jim Dent (’77, LD ’19)
July 25, 2024
In this episode, Director of Alumni Relations Vicki Vincent talks with Jim Dent ('77, LD '19) about the impact Darlington has had on his life, his winding career path and his current work in medical missions with Mercy Ships. 
Listen
Episode 167: A Look at Summer Professional Development
July 11, 2024
In this episode, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Melissa Smyly talks with Technology Integration Coordinator Leah Lynn and Upper School Librarian Jordan West about the conferences and trainings they've attended this summer for their professional development. 
Listen
Episode 166: A Chat with Sara Weeks Dima (’97)
June 27, 2024
In this episode, Chief Advancement Officer Julie Lucas ('97) chats with Sara Weeks Dima ('97) about her experience as a boarding student at Darlington, her career small business owner in the food industry and more.
Listen
Episode 165: Class of 2024 Commencement Address
June 13, 2024
In this special Commencement episode, listen to Gordon Smith ('71), chairman of the Board of Trustees and retired executive director and chief operating officer of the United States Tennis Association, give his Commencement address on May 18.
Listen