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Day #SeniorSpotlight: Hamilton Shamblin

Feb 4, 2023 12:00 AM
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By Maddie Chastain - Faculty

A Darlington student is made up of many things. None of which is average. We help our students develop their interests, passions and pursuits, because we believe every individual has something to contribute. We also believe that only when you're 100% you, are you 100% Darlington. 

Here at Darlington, every student’s path is different. We think that's a good thing. 

Let’s get to know Hamilton Shamblin, a 14-year day student from Rome who plays golf.
                
When you think of Darlington, what three words come to mind first?    
Connections, honor and passion    

What's your favorite show to binge watch?     
“The Walking Dead”

What's your favorite restaurant in Rome?     
Mellow Mushroom    

What house are you a member of?     
Moser

What are you involved in at Darlington?
Golf Academy, varsity golf, Moser House dorm leader

If you play sports, who is your favorite coach and why?    
Coach Willerson because he never loses his spirit and sets a great example for me and all my teammates.        

What's your favorite place on campus and why?    
Moser House because I really enjoy talking to all my friends in the house.    

Who's your favorite teacher and why? 
Mr. Marshall because he had the most energy of any person I’ve ever met.    

What’s your favorite thing about Darlington?    
Getting to know people from different places and cultures.    

Describe an experience that you've had at Darlington that you couldn't have had anywhere else.     
RUMPUS

What are some of the ways you've grown since you first came to Darlington?    
I’m much more intelligent nowadays than when I came in pre-K.    

What is your dream job?    
Civil engineering

Click here to see more #SeniorSpotlights from the Class of 2023!

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