Before the world shifted, the Advancement Office had planned to share senior spotlights on some of the faces of the Class of 2020 and what Darlington means to them. These students represent everything Darlington’s faculty and staff work tirelessly for - our future alumni.
There has never been a better time to feature our seniors - they deserve the spotlight as the spring they so looked forward to has shifted. This series will feature several Darlington seniors who will share their favorite things about Darlington and also how they are adjusting to this new world of distance learning.
We hope you will enjoy getting to know these seniors better and will make a gift to honor the Class of 2020, who need our support now more than ever. To make a gift to the 2019-2020 Darlington Fund please click here.
How have you met the challenge of distance learning?
I have gotten on top of getting my work done as early as possible, while also calling and talking to friends as much as I can to stay entertained.
What’s your favorite song?
“Memory” by Mark Dogner
What’s your favorite thing served in the dining hall?
Corndogs
What house are you in?
Moser
What are you involved in at Darlington (clubs, etc.)?
Y-Cabinet, Randomnotes, Wildlife Appreciation Club, Spanish Honor Society, Treasurer of National Honor Society
If you are in sports who is your favorite coach and why?
I am in tennis and Coach Owens is my favorite coach because of his competitiveness and how intense and fun he makes the sport.
How have you been involved in fine arts?
Drumline leader for the Band because it is fun leading the band in such an exciting environment or acting in all the shows, because the theatre department is a family and every moment with them is special.
What is your favorite place on campus and why?
The choir room because that is where I could always meet up with my friends and we get to have fun with each other there or work quietly, plus Mr McVety is great company.
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Sikes, she makes her class interesting and fun, while also being a really understanding teacher to the students' lives.
Where do you want to go to college and what do you want to do?
UGA to study journalism and become a travel journalist.
If you could name the two new swans what would you name them?
JJ and Ross
If you were given $10,000 to donate where would you donate to and why?
The band or theatre programs. The band because many of the percussion instruments are considerably dated and broken (many are literally held together by tape). The theatre because Ms Daniel is very smart with all money spent and every penny is worth it towards making the shows incredible, as they are more impressive than most high school productions.
We have 1,500 donors who give to Darlington every year sure you have a great experience - in 10 words or less how would you thank them?
Thank you for making my Darlington experience unique and life-changing.
What is your favorite thing about Darlington and why is that important to you?
The community and unique experiences. This is important to me because I know that the friends I make here will be lifelong friends from all over the world. Also I know that I am receiving a special education that I will benefit from leading into the rest of my life.
