Future Alumni Spotlight: Gracie Temple ('20)

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. 

Let’s get to know Gracie Temple (’20), a day student from Rome, Georgia. 

How have you met the challenge of distance learning?

Every morning I check my assignments page and complete my assignments, and I join the online office hours if I have any questions. It's a lot of fun to see my friends and teachers online.

What’s your favorite song?

“I Gotta Feeling” by the Black Eyed Peas

What’s your favorite thing served in the dining hall?

Nachos!

What house are you in?

Thornwood

What are you involved in at Darlington (clubs, etc.)?

Spanish Club, National Honor Society, Wildlife Appreciation Club, Orchestra, Advancement Ambassadors, Y-abinet, Cheerleading, Tri-M Society.

If you are in sports who is your favorite coach and why?

Cheerleading - Mrs. Cline because she knows us best!

If you are involved in fine arts what is your favorite role and why?

Orchestra because it is a lot of fun to perform for my friends.

What is your favorite place on campus and why?

The Cove because my friends and I used to play cards there.

Who is your favorite teacher and why?

Mr. Hudson because he is hilarious and very smart!

Where do you want to go to college and what do you want to do?

UGA and I want to learn about human disabilities.

If you could name the two new swans what would you name them?

Gracie and Camille

The Darlington Fund raises $1 million every year. If you were given $10,000 what program would you want to give it to and why?

FINE ARTS! A new building! As well as funding for  more performance trips and opportunities.

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 our experience so much better!

What is your favorite thing about Darlington and why is that important to you?

Making friends from all over the world!