From June 23 to June 28, a delegation from KDS DAR School traveled to Washington, D.C., to participate in the 135th Continental Congress of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Representing the school during this exciting week were Executive Director Heather Green, Development Director Jason Hodges, Board Chair Melvina Phillips, alumna Lauren Buchanan, and student representatives Gillian Head and Clint Carter. In addition to managing the school’s booth and selling KDS me

Summer break is winding down, and the familiar buzz of back-to-school season is in the air! There is so much excitement around returning to campus, reconnecting with friends, and prepping for a brand-new year of learning. But a successful school year starts with having the right tools. At KDS DAR School, we want to ensure that every single student walks into their classroom on day one feeling confident, prepared, and ready to succeed. To make that happen, we need a little hel

Senior Awards Day At the 2026 Senior Awards Day, approximately $1,245,955 in scholarships was presented to 75 deserving KDS graduates. The scholarship totals with their sources are as follows: $1,038,745 – Scholarships from Colleges, Universities, Tech Schools, Trade Schools, and Military Education bonuses $183,250 – Scholarships sponsored by the DAR $24,000 – Scholarships sponsored by the community/foundations In addition to scholarships, 53 special awards totaling over $18,

In May, students in Ms. Gluck’s Chemistry class stepped out of the textbook and into a hands-on, delightfully messy lab experiment to explore the fascinating world of non-Newtonian fluids. By mixing up custom batches of oobleck (a mixture of cornstarch and water), the class got an up-close look at how some materials stubbornly refuse to follow the standard rules of solids and liquids. The students observed firsthand how the fluid instantly hardens into a solid when pressure

How do you make 16th-century Shakespearean drama feel urgent and personal for today’s students? At KDS DAR High School , Dr. Thomas’ English students recently ditched their traditional desks to step into the shoes of the Capulets and Montagues for a high-stakes round of "Character Speed Dating." The activity transformed the classroom into a bustling social hub where students, embodying specific characters from Romeo and Juliet , circulated the room to meet their peers. Every

Kate Duncan Smith DAR High School is proud to recognize the students who have earned the distinction of being ranked in the academic top 10 of their graduating class. Catharine Epperson Academic Elite, Honor Graduate, Advanced Placement Scholar, Dual Enrollment Scholar at Snead State Community College, Scored 25+ on ACT Plans to attend the University of Alabama Huntsville to pursue a degree in Biological Science before a career as a research biologist Class Valedictorian , Na

The Hunt's Spring Chapter, NSDAR, held its annual Junior American Citizens awards ceremony on Thursday, March 12, in Becker-Horton Hall. The theme for the 2025-26 contest was "Celebrating 250 Years of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness: Happy Birthday America! 1776–2026!". Categories for this year's entries were short story, poem, digital art, stamp design, poster design, and banner design. Congratulations to this year's winners!

KDS DAR School 2026 Student representatives Gillian Head and Clint Carter brought greetings and introduced themselves during the Opening Night Ceremony at the 128th Alabama Society Daughters of the American Revolution State Conference in Auburn. They were also presented with the DAR Youth Leadership Medal by State Regent Malinda Williams on behalf of the Alabama Society. The DAR Youth Leadership Medal was established to foster among school-aged children a greater appreciatio

KDS students were big winners during the Alabama Society DAR State Conference at the end of February. Two DAR Middle School students were state winners for the 2025-2026 DAR American History Essay Contest. This year's essay title was "Lunch with a Signer" . The prompt: America will celebrate her 250th birthday on July 4, 2026! If you could go back in time and meet one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence for lunch, who would you choose? How did their actions and

A number of KDS senior student-athletes recently signed letters of commitment to pursue their sports and educational goals in college. Shayna Russell will play volleyball at Snead State Community College. She plans on earning a degree in nursing. Nataly Grimmett will play softball at Snead State Community College. She plans on studying pre-nursing at Snead and then continuing her education to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Bailey Kendrick has signed to join

KDS DAR School is pleased to announce Gillian Head and Clint Carter as its 2026 Continental Congress Representatives. Following a thorough selection process, Gillian and Clint, KDS juniors, were chosen to represent the school during the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution’s 135th annual Continental Congress in Washington, D.C., this June. All junior students were invited to apply for this honor. Applicants’ names were passed on to a nominating committee, r

The Kate Duncan Smith DAR School community is beaming with pride as two standout seniors, Kate Aultman and Bailey Kendrick , have been named winners of the prestigious Bryant-Jordan Scholar-Athlete Award . This honor recognizes students who excel not just on the field, court, or track, but in the classroom and their local communities as well. Established in 1986 by the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame and the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA), the Bryant-Jordan Pro

Students in Ms. Weem's U.S. History class at the high school are studying the Federalist Papers and have created their own Constitution Handbills, similar to the pamphlets or flyers used during the 1787-1788 ratification period of the Constitution. Great job students!

Society members Regan Hodges and Resalynn McCabe pose for a photo in front of their display. Members of the KDS DAR High School Historical Society were proud to show off their America250! themed display today in the lobby of the Burkey Gymnasium to commemorate the nation's upcoming semiquincentennial anniversary. The display features hand-painted posters of the America250! branding and a timeline of U.S. history from colonial times to the modern era. KDS High School History

The Alabama Department of Education has released its school Federal Report Cards for 2024-2025, and KDS DAR Schools are making gains. The Federal Report Card provides a comprehensive overview of statewide academic performance and progress under federal accountability requirements, reflecting Alabama’s ongoing efforts to strengthen achievement and student outcomes across all grade levels. KDS DAR Schools consistently rank first within the Marshall County School System. The gre

Congratulations to all four KDS DAR Volleyball teams who recently completed very successful seasons. While winning two of the four Marshall County Tournaments, the girls’ hard work and determination has shown up not only on the court but also in the classroom with all the players maintaining a 3.0 or higher GPA. The Varsity team finished the season at 34-21, with a very demanding schedule. They played and defeated several large schools this season and won the county schools

Congratulations to KDS senior Bailey Kendrick on winning the Alabama High School Athletic Association Class 4A Cross Country State Championship. A dedicated and determined competitive runner, Bailey also has earned state championships in the 1600 and 3200 meter distances in both the indoor and outdoor competitions this year.

KDS junior Hudson Broadway has been named the champion of the inaugural Marshall County 3-point Competition. One player was chosen to represent each of the eight high schools in Marshall County, with the competition being held during halftime of the Alabama vs. Auburn wheelchair basketball game at Sand Mountain Park in Albertville. Hudson sank thirteen 3-pointers in the final round to win the championship. Congratulations, Hudson!

KDS DAR High School students were excited to meet with colleges to explore their options for the future. The College Fair included 10 colleges, universities, technical and trade schools whose representatives provided information and answered questions.

Ms. Gluck's Career Prep students put their future planning skills to the test by playing The Game of Life. This activity helped students...