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Darlington School's Online Student News Source

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Matthew McConnell

Matthew McConnell, Social Media Editor

Matthew has been at Darlington since 2010. He enjoys studying global issues and photographing sports. He covers all sporting events with his camera to try and get the best shot that displays the emotions from each game.

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[Video] TEDx: How Our Tuition is Spent

Emily Orr, Editor in Chief • February 28, 2017

Students and parents alike often wonder how tuition dollars are spent. Headmaster Brent Bell offers his insight into the process of maintaining a school like ours and the role tuition money plays in both...

[Video] RUMPUS 2017: Lip Sync

Emily Orr, Editor in Chief • January 26, 2017

On the second day of Rumpus 2017, Lip Sync began at 7:30 p.m. in the Van Es Arena.  After weeks of practice, each house was given the opportunity to present one large and one small group performance...

Holidays Around The World

Matthew McConnell, Reporter • December 2, 2016

We have officially entered the holiday season and now have the chance to celebrate in countless ways. Here are a few holiday traditions explained by students from several different cultures.

Members of the Rome Democrat Party are energized by this year's election. They held a 7-day series of rallies on Broad Street in hopes of affecting voter turn out and choice.

Members of the Rome Democrat Party are energized by this year's election. They held a 7-day series of rallies on Broad Street in hopes of affecting voter turn out and choice.

Members of the Rome Democrat Party are energized by this year's election. They held a 7-day series of rallies on Broad Street in hopes of affecting voter turn out and choice.

Members of the Rome Democrat Party are energized by this year's election. They held a 7-day series of rallies on Broad Street in hopes of affecting voter turn out and choice.

Members of the Rome Democrat Party are energized by this year's election. They held a 7-day series of rallies on Broad Street in hopes of affecting voter turn out and choice.

Members of the Rome Democrat Party are energized by this year's election. They held a 7-day series of rallies on Broad Street in hopes of affecting voter turn out and choice.

Members of the Rome Democrat Party are energized by this year's election. They held a 7-day series of rallies on Broad Street in hopes of affecting voter turn out and choice.

Members of the Rome Democrat Party are energized by this year's election. They held a 7-day series of rallies on Broad Street in hopes of affecting voter turn out and choice.

Members of the Rome Democrat Party are energized by this year's election. They held a 7-day series of rallies on Broad Street in hopes of affecting voter turn out and choice.

Members of the Rome Democrat Party are energized by this year's election. They held a 7-day series of rallies on Broad Street in hopes of affecting voter turn out and choice.

[Video] Senior Retreat

Matthew McConnell and Emily Orr • October 20, 2016

For over a decade now, senior retreat has been seen as one of the most anticipated events of senior year. On Tuesday, Oct. 18, members of the Class of 2017 left campus at 6:30 p.m. and had the chance to...

[Video] Snow Daze

Emily Orr, Managing Editor • February 9, 2016

Give your neck a break from turning to look out of the window every 30 seconds, and check out our coverage of this snowy day!  

Senior Speech: Emily Robertson

[Video] Senior Speech: Emily Robertson

Ethan Pender, Editor-in-Chief, Student Publications • January 25, 2016

Click above to check out our ThingLink, an interactive look at senior Emily Robertson's speech in assembly on Jan. 25, 2016. Hi, friends! I’m really excited because for the next several minutes,...

[Video] RUMPUS Theme Announcements

Emily Orr, Managing Editor • January 11, 2016

RUMPUS 2016 Themes: SUMMERBELL - Greasers COOPER - Egyptians MOSER - Moser League Baseball REGESTER - Tourists NEVILLE - N.W.A. (Neville With Attitude) THORNWOOD - 101 Dalmatians

Senior Speech: Ethan Pender

[Video] Senior Speech: Ethan Pender

Ethan Pender, Editor-in-Chief, Student Publications • January 5, 2016

Click above to check out our ThingLink, an interactive look at senior Ethan Pender’s speech in assembly on Jan. 5, 2016. After 14 years at this school, never have I felt the rapid approach of time...

Senior Speech: Dylan Paracka

[Video] Senior Speech: Dylan Paracka

Emily Orr, Managing Editor • November 17, 2015

Click above to check out our ThingLink, an interactive look at senior Dylan Paracka’s speech in assembly on Nov. 16, 2015. When I started thinking about this speech, I had no idea what to write....

Abby Cantrell

[Video] Senior Speech: Abby Cantrell

Emily Orr, Managing Editor, Darlingtonian • October 26, 2015

Click above to check out our ThingLink, an interactive look at senior Abby Cantrell’s speech in assembly on Oct. 26, 2015. Courage is defined as a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger,...

Charlie Shorey, Ethan Pender, and Sami dePass discuss politics.

Charlie Shorey, Ethan Pender, and Sami dePass discuss politics.

Shelby Cline

[Video] Senior Speech: Shelby Cline

Emily Orr, Managing Editor, Darlingtonian • October 12, 2015

Click above to check out our ThingLink, an interactive look at senior Shelby Cline’s speech in assembly on Oct. 12, 2015. I’m going to try and keep this short since I know you all have places...

Will Robertson

[Video] Senior Speech: Will Robertson

Emily Orr, Managing Editor, Darlingtonian • October 5, 2015

Click above to check out our ThingLink, an interactive look at senior Will Robertson’s speech in assembly on Oct. 5, 2015.   I’ve been sitting with a lot of you for the past 3 years,...

Senior Speech: Sami dePass

Senior Speech: Sami dePass

Emily Orr and Matthew McConnell • September 21, 2015

Click above to check out our ThingLink, an interactive look at senior Sami dePass’ speech in assembly on Sept. 21, 2015. “What starts here changes the World.” The University of Texas at Austin’s...

Seniors and the ELA observe Convocation.

Seniors and the ELA observe Convocation.

Mrs. Zazzaro joins in the standing ovation for the Facilities Services Team.

Mrs. Zazzaro joins in the standing ovation for the Facilities Services Team.

Jake Walker, Jay Shadday, and Tanner Berry begin a standing ovation for the Facilities Services Team.

Jake Walker, Jay Shadday, and Tanner Berry begin a standing ovation for the Facilities Services Team.

Softball Vs Trion

Softball Vs Trion

Matthew McConnell, Social Media Editor • August 14, 2015

The girls softball team lost 6-0 to Trion Wednesday afternoon for their home opener. Their next game is 5pm on Monday, August 17th at Armuchee.  

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