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Brent Bell LD’14

Head of School

Brent was named Darlington’s 11th head of school in 2014. With two decades of experience in education, he holds a B.A. in History from the University of Richmond and an M.S. in Education from Virginia Commonwealth University. Prior to his work here, Brent was head of Upper School at Randolph School in Huntsville, Ala. He also served previously as assistant headmaster and dean of academic affairs at Woodberry Forest School in Woodberry Forest, Va., where he held the E. Craig Wall Family Mastership. He and his wife, Andrea, have three children, Charlie (’22), Jack (’24) and Brent (’26).

College Education

B.A. University of Richmond

MSEd Virginia Commonwealth University

Episode 109: Reflecting on the Class of 2023

May 11, 2023

In this episode, Head of School Brent Bell reflects on the Class of 2023 with Upper School Director Chad Woods, Dean of College Guidance Ivy Brewer, Student Body President Collin Rego ('23) and Honor Council President Anaya Desai ('23). They discuss the senior class's academic, athletic and artistic achievements, as well as some of their most memorable moments as Darlington students.

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Head Basketball Coach, Middle Grades

April 20, 2023

Enter a short summary for the position of Head Basketball Coach, Middle Grades

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Assistant Director of Admission for Financial Aid

April 6, 2023

The office of admission at Darlington School seeks an officer to lead the financial aid process for the 2023-2024 school year. This person will demonstrate creativity, collegiality, flexibility, positive spirit, welcoming demeanor and a high level of professionalism and energy matched with strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, analytical and computing skills. This self-directed go-getter must have a keen attention to detail, an ability to take initiative, prioritize and manage multiple obligations independently during high-pressure periods.

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Episode 97: Checking in with College Athletes

February 16, 2023

In this episode, Head of School Brent Bell talks with several Darlington alumni who have gone on to successful collegiate athletic careers. He chats with Trinity Andrews ('21) of Oregon State University gymnastics, Cade Brock ('20) of the University of Georgia football team and Russell Shealy ('18), a recent graduate of Syracuse University and member of the men's soccer team. They share about their experiences as Division I athletes and how Darlington prepared them for that experience.

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Remembering Distinguished Alumna Villa Hizer ('66T, LD '12)

Upper School | Brent Bell LD'14, February 9, 2023

It is with sadness that I share news of the passing of Distinguished Alumna Villa (Sulzbacher) Hizer (’66T, LD ’12) on Monday. Ms. Hizer made a lasting impact on Darlington and this community, and set the example of what it means to give to the greater good.

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History Teacher, Upper School

January 18, 2023

The History Department at Darlington School seeks a History teacher beginning with the 2023-2024 school year. The candidate must demonstrate mastery of fundamental literacy skills including writing, reading comprehension, and research in a range of history courses. A Darlington teacher fully supports the mission and values of the school and has the primary responsibility for creating the best student experience possible in support of the school’s learning framework, The Cycle of Learning, by teaching a skills-based curriculum to a diverse group of students using research-based teaching strategies.

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Spanish Teacher, Upper School

January 18, 2023

The World Languages Department at Darlington School seeks a Spanish teacher beginning with the 2023-2024 school year. The candidate must demonstrate language fluency and knowledge of best teaching practices as outlined by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. A Darlington teacher fully supports the mission and values of the school and has the primary responsibility for creating the best student experience possible in support of the school’s learning framework, The Cycle of Learning, by teaching a skills-based curriculum to a diverse group of students using research-based teaching strategies.

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Episode 90: Year in Review

December 29, 2022

In this episode, Head of School Brent Bell talks with academic department heads Cristy Baldwin (world languages), Brian Inman (history), Owen Kinney (science), Al Shorey (math) and Melissa Smyly (English). Together, they recap the 2022 calendar year, sharing accomplishments and noteworthy moments from within their departments, their extracurricular activities, and their own personal research and professional development.

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Episode 85: Reflections on Thankfulness

November 24, 2022

In this special Thanksgiving episode, Head of School Brent Bell talks with several longtime members of the Darlington Community about their reflections on thankfulness. He is joined by History Department Chair Brian Inman, Chief Advancement Officer Julie Lucas ('97), senior day student Belle Brooks, senior boarding student Noah Morris and seventh-grader Siya Patel. Each guest shares what they're thankful for in many different areas of their lives, but especially why they're thankful for the Darlington Community and what makes it special to them.

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Growing Great Leaders: Darlington launches leadership institute

October 3, 2022

In a world that is constantly demanding more from its leaders, Head of School Brent Bell saw a need for more comprehensive leadership education at Darlington. In partnership with the University of Georgia’s J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development, this idea became a reality last spring.

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