On Friday, April 24 the seniors from soccer, track and lacrosse were celebrated. For most seniors, their sport is more than just something they do after school. It is a commitment that takes up much...

Senior Jaylen Patel has made a step towards entrepreneurship with his senior venture project. The initiative gives Patel real-world experience in running a business from start to finish, including...

The 2026 World Baseball Classic is the most popular international baseball tournament in recent years. It brought 20 teams together from all over the world, and it showed just how much baseball has grown...

3168 days since American professional rock-climber Alex Honnold free soloed El Capitan, a three-thousand-foot granite monolith in Yosemite National Park. Honnold attempted Taipei 101. Taipei 101 is a 1,667...

Installing lights at the baseball field would transform scheduling, attendance and player preparation while also allowing night games and doubleheaders. This would boost community support and...

While certain students receive a hand-me-down car while others receive brand new car bought by their parents, others decide to make the most of whatever car situation they are in. Generally students do...

Backpacks are not only a convenient way to carry textbooks and school supplies, but also a stylish way to stay up to date with popular trends. Some backpacks, such as those from North Face, are used by...

This year was the fourth anniversary of the Freshmen Dinner, where ninth graders meet with their date or friends at the Coosa Country Club to take pictures, and afterwards eat dinner before being transported...

Yellow Shirt Tuesday is a popular tradition that is celebrated by those who are in biology and zoology teacher Mike Hudson's class. Every Tuesday, Hudson can be seen sporting his yellow polo shirt in the...

The sudden death of right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk came as a shock to many people. He was assassinated on September 10 while debating with students from Utah Valley University. The event was...

Students and faculty in the community are adjusting to Toddle, the new learning management system, which was implemented this school year. In previous years, students and faculty used the Darlington website...

The Spring Sports Awards Assembly was held on May 5 in the Morris Chapel. The purpose was to recognize student-athletes who excelled in the classroom, in their respective sport, or as a leader on the team....

The Senior Ventures Showcase took place in the library on April 30. Through the school’s Senior Ventures program, students dedicate their final year to developing passion-driven projects that reflect...

Several members of the baseball team have bleached their hair as a superstitious act ahead of their first playoff series. This tradition was originally brought upon the baseball team in 2023, when the...

Senior Joshua Butler took a major step in his athletic and academic journey on Friday, officially signing his National Letter of Intent to play baseball at Rhodes College in Memphis. Butler, a pitcher,...

Membership in the Cum Laude Society is the highest academic honor Darlington can bestow upon a group of students. Election is highly selective; to be eligible for consideration, a student must have...

Members of the Upper School Band, Orchestra and Concert Choir traveled to Orlando to participate in the Music in the Parks Music Festival at Universal Studios. The instrumental ensemble made up of Band...

Students will soon see a change in the Dining Hall, as the school announced a transition to a new food provider. After 12 years of service, Creative Dining Services will replace FLIK Independent School...

On March 14, students celebrated Holi, the Hindu festival of colors, by throwing packets of colored powder at each other on the chapel lawn. Holi represents the coming of spring in India, and it celebrates...

As the spring sports season kicks into gear, some student-athletes struggle between two sports. These dual-sport athletes must navigate a demanding schedule full of games, practices and academic responsibilities....

The controversial debate between Moe's Southwest Grill, Dos Bros Fresh Mexican Grill, and Chipotle Mexican Grill has been argued by many people in the community. The three Mexican Restaurants are a staple...

Fast food restaurants quickly gained popularity in the 1950s with the rise of suburban expansion in the United States. The convenience of quick service and standardized menus made them an appealing option...

Seniors from the swim, basketball, and wrestling teams were recognized in the Van Es Arena prior to the boys' varsity basketball game on January 28 against the Pepperell dragons as part of the winter sports...

Following the boys' varsity basketball game against Temple, RUMPUS dodgeball was held in the Van Es arena. RUMPUS dodgeball is one of the most anticipated events in RUMPUS. Each house competes with...

This past weekend, zoology students traveled to Jekyll Island to study the different animals of that region. The trip, led by Owen Kinney, was meant to give students a better understanding of the animals...

Advanced Placement (AP) classes present students with an opportunity to challenge themselves and gain an edge in their educational journey. AP classes mimic college courses, making students use critical...

The year 2024 was a landmark for cinema with a plethora of new films that grabbed the attention of viewers worldwide. From sequels to original movies, these films captivated the minds of movie lovers,...

The RUMPUS theme reveal is a huge and popular part of Rumpus. These themes are confidential and it is crucial that they are kept a secret until the reveal. In order to have a good theme reveal, the house...

A poll was sent out to Upper School students via Google Form. In a survey of 88 answers, students picked their three favorite Christmas traditions. These traditions included Christmas caroling, looking...

Discover Day was a celebration of arts where students could participate in art-themed activities and celebrations. After these activities, students performed in the cove to close out the Discover Day festivities....

Being a multi-sport athlete is tough, especially when the seasons overlap. Student-athletes must also balance their schoolwork and skills on the field. With fall sports coming to an end and winter sports...

The schedule for the 2024-2025 school year was rearranged so that iPeriod, a time period where students can explore their interests in non-school related topics, was moved to Wednesdays, moving club period...

The school week before homecoming is a time where the student body is given themes for each day and the chance to give their best attempts at dressing up. This week is known as Spirit Week. Spirit Week...