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?
Participating in Google meets and getting my work done first thing in the morning.
What’s your favorite song?
“You're Gonna Miss This” - Trace Adkins
What’s your favorite thing served in the dining hall?
Buffalo mac and cheese
What house are you in?
Cooper House and a Day leader since 2017.
What are you involved in at Darlington (clubs, etc.)?
Varsity Cross Country - 4 years, Varsity Track and Field - 4 years, National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, National Art Honor Society, Cooper House day leader, Y-cabinet Vice-President, Spanish Club Vice-President, Tiger Expert, Model UN, DPIL (Darlington Program for Integrity and Leadership), Global Studies
If you are in sports who is your favorite coach and why?
Coach Cox because he has been one of my cross country coaches for 4 years. He's always been very supportive. Also, Coach Hunt because he always knows what to say to get the best out of me.
How have you been involved in fine arts?
I've taken art for all four years of high school.
What is your favorite place on campus and why?
The Huffman because my friends and I meet there before and after school, for 4 years I've hung out at the Huffman patio for cross country and track, and many sporting events/rumpus take place there.
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mr. Kinney because he always finds a way to make class fun.
Where do you want to go to college?
I will be attending Jacksonville State University in the fall. I plan on getting a major in nursing and a minor in nutrition.
If you could name the two new swans what would you name them?
Pride and Honor
If you were given $10,000 to donate where would you donate to and why?
I would give the money to the cross country and track programs. These two programs have been a huge part of my high school experience and I love them both.
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 Darlington such a wonderful place.
What is your favorite thing about Darlington and why is that important to you?
I love the way the students and teachers have a connection with each other.
