Recreation & Wellness
A healthy mind and body are essential to making the most of your Darrow experience, so we offer several resources to support our student's health and wellness.
Wickersham Health Center
The Wickersham Health Center provides on-site medical care for minor illnesses and injuries and daily medication management. A nurse practitioner is on duty Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and a physician is on call while school is in session. Our student-athletes have access to a full-time state-licensed certified athletic trainer employed by the school.
The Counseling Center within the Wickersham Health Center's primary role is to serve students' individual needs and foster the health and well-being of the entire Darrow community. Services include confidential individual counseling, group education, and outreach opportunities to help students manage boarding school life's challenges or lend an ear when they need one.
Having Fun and Staying Fit
Participation in afternoon sports is a part of every Darrow student's educational experience and provides an opportunity for recreation. Get in shape at the Dairy Barn Fitness Center. Here, you'll find all the machines and free weights you need. Additionally, optional weekend activities—yoga, meditation, snowboarding, rock climbing, and hikes—are scheduled to reduce stress and promote wellness.
Wellness Education
Over the academic year, we dedicate multiple programs to teenagers of different ages and grade levels—discussions on topics such as alcohol and substance abuse awareness, eating disorders, sexual health, healthy relationships, and social media impact are covered.
Peer-to-peer educators facilitate health and wellness issues by answering questions and directing students to appropriate resources where they will benefit from additional support.
