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Rick Buice

Former Faculty

August 1969 to December 2013

Previous Background
Rick has been a member of Darlington’s faculty since 1969. He was the school’s first technology teacher and served as a faculty member and, later, chairman of that department until he moved to the Advancement Office in 2009. He currently serves as an advancement officer with a focus on alumni relations, class agent cultivation and reunion giving. He and his wife, Fran (’76), are the parents of alumnae Kristi (’05) and Elizabeth (’08).

College Education

B.A. University of Chattanooga

M.Ed. State University of West Georgia

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.

K5 Play: 'Who Was I Born to Be?'

May 7, 2014

K5 students perform "Who Was I Born to Be?" in honor of retiring faculty members Tom Whitworth, Janice Cox and Rick Buice.

Buice to retire after 44 years at Darlington

December 20, 2013

If you have ever spent time with Rick Buice, you know that he’s a great story teller. And why shouldn’t he be? After a 44-and-a-half-year career at Darlington, he certainly has his fair share of stories to tell.

Alumni Weekend: 'Run with Rick Buice'

September 28, 2013

Alumni and friends came out to celebrate the 44-year Darlington career of legendary faculty member Rick Buice during the Run with Pride 10K, 5K and Fun Run.

Thank You for Inspiring Success

Advancement | Rick Buice, August 22, 2013

As I approach retirement, I have a bit of nostalgia for the place where I have spent over half of my life. Not only do I believe in this place, I choose to support it.

Cum Laude Society inducts 24

February 1, 2013

The Darlington Chapter of the Cum Laude Society inducted 24 new student members during an installation ceremony Wednesday, Jan. 30, in Morris Chapel.

Earn Credit for Helping Kids

Alumni | Rick Buice, June 29, 2010

As time passes, alumni have a chance to reflect on their individual experiences at Darlington and see how the school has helped shape and mold them into who they are today. After doing so, many of these folks look for ways to give back. Some volunteer time, many give money, but anyone in Georgia can participate in the Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program.

Making the Switch

Alumni | Rick Buice, May 11, 2010

As my first year with the Advancement Team draws to a close, I readily admit it has been a wonderful learning experience. Making the switch from encouraging students to work hard and be successful, to actually visiting alumni who are having great successes in their careers, is a very satisfying and warming experience.

Some faculty, staff to take on new roles in 2009-10

May 22, 2009

Several faculty and staff members will take on new and/or additional job roles in 2009-10. All changes are effective July 1 unless otherwise noted. Rick Buice will be an advancement officer. He has been at Darlington since August 1969 and most recently served as chairman of the information technology department. He holds a B.A. from the University of Chattanooga and an M.Ed. from the State University of West Georgia. Janice Cox will teach kindergarten. She has been at Darlington since August 1990 and most recently taught pre-first grade. She holds a B.A. from Berry College. Jody Deaton will teach second grade. She has been at Darlington since August 2005 and most recently taught kindergarten. She holds a B.S. Ed. from the University of Georgia and a M.Ed. from Berry College. Jennifer Helbing (’98) will teach second grade. She has been at Darlington since July 2007 and most recently taught kindergarten. She holds a B.S. Ed. from the University of Georgia and a M.Ed. from Georgia State University. <a href="https://www.darlingtonschool.org/15289">Gordon Hight (’94)</a> will be acting director of Upper School. This marks his fourth year at Darlington, having served most recently as a dean of students. He holds a B.A. from the University of Virginia and an M.B.A. from the University of Georgia. <a href="https://www.darlingtonschool.org/News/viewstory.asp?storyID=15341">Marcus Holmes</a> will be head of Thornwood House. He has been at Darlington since July 2006, most recently as desktop support specialist. He holds a B.S. from Virginia Commonwealth University. <a href="https://www.darlingtonschool.org/News/viewstory.asp?storyID=15243">James Hutchins</a> will be associate director of Middle School. He has been at Darlington since August 2002 and served most recently as Middle School dean of studies. He holds a B.S. from Shorter College, a M.S. from Jacksonville State University, and a Ed.S. and Ed.D. from the University of Alabama. Tara Inman will direct the ESL program and continue coordinating the spiritual life program. She has been at Darlington since July 2002 and served most recently as head of Thornwood House. She holds a B.A. and a M.A.T. from Carson-Newman College. <a href="https://www.darlingtonschool.org/News/viewstory.asp?storyID=15261">James Milford</a> will be assistant headmaster and director of admission, and has already assumed the latter of the two roles. He has been at Darlington since July 2001 and served most recently as director of student life. He holds a B.B.A. from Shorter College and is currently working on a M.B.A. from Berry College. <a href="https://www.darlingtonschool.org/News/viewstory.asp?storyID=15093">David Powell</a> will be academic dean for grades PK-12. He has been at Darlington since August 1981 and served most recently as Thatcher chair of English. He holds a B.A. from Berry College, a M.Div. from Emory University and a M.A. from Middlebury College. Elaine Smith (’71T) will teach third grade. She has been at Darlington since August 1980 and most recently taught second grade. She holds a B.S. and a M.Ed. from the University of Georgia. <a href="https://www.darlingtonschool.org/News/viewstory.asp?storyID=15341">Kim Tunnell</a> will be interim director of fine arts for PK-12 and will continue to teach music at the Lower and Middle Schools. She has been at Darlington since August 2001, and holds a B.M. and a B.M.E. from Shorter College and a M.M.E. from the State University of West Georgia. Erin Westmaas will direct Darlington’s Concert Choir in addition to the Ladies’ and Men’s Chorales. She has been at Darlington since August 2008, and holds a M.Mus. from Yale University.

Buice named March Student of the Month

April 2, 2008

Outstanding academic achievement has won senior Elizabeth Buice the honor of being named Noon Optimist Student of the Month for March.