2016 Annual Report

The “Gem” of Gunter Mountain

Kate Duncan Smith DAR School

MISSION STATEMENTIt is the mission of the Kate Duncan Smith DAR School to educate the boys and girls of Gunter Mountain. We believe the privilege of a sound education is a heritage which should be enjoyed by all the citizens of our country. We believe all our children should be afforded such advantages as shall develop in them the largest capacities for performing the duties of American citizenship and to enlighten them in the knowledge and practice of pure and noble citizenship. We further believe the school environment should be disciplined with emphasis on positive attitudes and academic excellence which will nurture in our students the desire to cherish, maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom to foster true patriotism and love of country, and to aid in securing for mankind all the blessings of liberty. With high expectations, purposes and standards, the KDS DAR School accepts the missions to educate the youth of Gunter Mountain.

KDS DAR School Board of TrusteesKDS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEECheryl P. Harrison, AL, Chairman

Melvina P. Phillips, Ed.D., AL, Vice ChairmanAthelia W. Gibbs, AL, SecretaryGail W. Moore, AL, Treasurer

Ann T. Dillon, CO, President General, NSDARNancy S. Folk, Alabama State Regent

Connie H. Grund, AL, Vice President GeneralRita P. Horton, AL, Honorary Chairman for Life

Peggy S. Johnson, AL, Honorary Chairman for LifeLanabeth L. Horgen, WA, Advisor to the President General

Shelby D. Ward, AL, Parliamentarian

PRESIDENT GENERAL’S APPOINTEESYvonne S. Boone, IA Dee Ellen Kruzel, KSJanet L. Deaton, AL Kay Pike, INCarolyn G. Hanf, GA Ellen L. Powley, UT

ELECTED MEMBERSMartin Anderson, ALJamie D. Burchfield, TXCindi R. Carter, IASharon C. Frizzell, ILLois C. Huntington, INMindy T. Kammeyer, GAAdele E. Lancaster, CACarol D. Larkin, MDCindy C. McNamara, MSBeverly J. Moncrieff, CABetty D. Moore, AL

Judy C. Ostler, TXJoyce B. Patton, GAGinger A. Poffenberger, FLCharlotte S. Reynolds, TNDiane M. Schrift, MIHampton Smith, ALCyndy B. Sweeney, PALarry Ward, ALCindy S. Wigley, Ed.D., ALLynn F. Young, TXNancy L. Zwetsch, NY

HONORARY MEMBERSMildred R. Byars, AL Alae Risse B. Leitch, GASara C. Craft, AL Jean W. Vaughan, ALBetty N. DeVries, NY Frederica G. White, AL

SCHOOL CHAIRMENPeggy C. Troxell, NC (National)

Rhonda B. Van Zandt (Alabama)

STATE REGENT’S APPOINTEESPatrice R. Donnelly, ALJaneal N. Shannon, ALAnnette E. Smith, AL

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Chairman’s MessageIt was an honor to be elected Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Kate Duncan Smith DAR School in October 2016. I am the 14th person to serve in this position in the school’s 93 year history, and I look forward to working with each and every KDS friend and supporter as we approach our second century of serving children.

We were delighted to welcome the NSDAR National School Tour to campus during Dedication Day. It is always great to host the President General, the National Officers and many DAR members from across the country who love and support our school. The students are always excited to see the ladies, and they are grateful to have the opportunity to thank them for their continued kindness and generosity.

In November, KDS hosted its annual Veterans Program. Filled with patriotic music and stirring messages in honor of our nation’s veterans, this program was a wonderful tribute to the men and women who have given so much in defense of our country. A delicious brunch was hosted by the Family and Consumer Science Department for all the guests. It is so inspiring to see our students honor those who have selflessly served our country.

It was a special treat to hear the 4th Grade and High School Choirs perform at the annual Christmas Organ Concert in Nan Roberts Lane Chapel. Along with Sue Ellen Adams, talented organist and DAR member, the choirs did an outstanding job and put everyone in the Christmas spirit.

I would be remiss if I didn’t take this opportunity to thank you for your support. Without each of you and your help, we would not be able to accomplish the important task of providing a patriotic education for the students at KDS. We look forward to having you visit our campus and interact with the students. You are always welcome here!

Once again, I am grateful for the opportunity to work with the Board of Trustees, students, staff, and friends in the coming months and years. I look forward to serving as your Chairman and working with each of you as we strive to meet the needs of the students at KDS.

KDS Board of Trustees Chairman

Cheryl Harrison

Mrs. Harrison at the U.S. Capitol with 2016 Continental Congress Representatives Will Sanderson and LeeAnn Myers.

There are so many things I love about my job as Executive Director of Kate Duncan Smith DAR School. As we work to put together this annual report and share with the school’s friends the accomplishments of the past year, I’d like to share a few of them.

I love working with people who are passionate about serving children and who give their all day in and day out. From the dedicated faculty and staff members who are on the “front lines” in the classrooms and on the campus to the members of the Board of Trustees who support our school’s mission from places both near and far, it takes many hands to do the work of KDS.

I love seeing children grow and develop in a challenging academic environment. Our students have opportunities I would have never dreamed of when I was enrolled at KDS. Advanced Placement classes, online learning, dual enrollment college courses, Career Technical Center offerings, and traditional on-campus classes make it easy for every student to customize a curriculum suited to his or her own skills and abilities and to learn at his or her own pace.

I love working for my alma mater and being a small part of this 93-year legacy of patriotic education on Gunter Mountain. KDS is so much more than the buildings that make up the campus, but it’s within those buildings that countless memories were made and continue to be shared. Generations who have had the privilege to attend this school carry on this legacy through memories and shared experiences, and they pass on their knowledge to those who follow. Times may change, but that feeling you get by being a graduate of KDS DAR School stays the same year after year.

And I love working with the DAR and other donors and stakeholders to ensure the children are able to thrive not only academically and socially, but also with patriotism, citizenship, and a reverence for our country’s founders, groundbreakers, and innovators. One of my greatest joys is in the friendships I have formed over the years with the numerous supporters of KDS and its students. You bring hope where often, there is none, and for that I am grateful.

We are all joined in the common goal of investing in the future by investing in children, and I thank each of you for giving me the opportunity to do what I love.

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Executive Director’s Message

KDS Executive Director Heather W. Green and dear friend Sara Craft

KDS Friends Play “Musical Chairs”On Tuesday, November 29, 2016, KDS participated in Giving Tuesday, a global day of

giving aimed at inspiring people to collaborate in improving their local communities and give back in impactful ways to the charities and causes they support.

The Giving Tuesday goal for KDS was to raise $10,000 to purchase 100 chairs for the high school band and choir classrooms. The new chairs will be used regularly by more than 700 students in grades 5-12 – one half of the KDS student body – and will replace a rag-tag collection of folding chairs that are no longer reliable.

And thanks to the more than 90 friends who answered the call during the Giving Tuesday “Musical Chairs” campaign, the goal was met, and 100 new chairs have been purchased for the KDS Music Education Department.

If you missed the opportunity to help with this terrific project, do not worry, we have lots of other ‘seats’ to fill! With more than 1,300 students on campus, there are always projects and programs in need of sponsorship. Visit www.kdsdar.org to see how you can make a difference in the lives of the students at KDS!

KDS Executive Director Heather W. Green

2016 Report to the Friends of KDSInformation is based on audited financials from October 1, 2015, to September 30, 2016

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Total Income Contributions* $1,019,907 Investment Income $403,933Productive Enterprise $ 84,324 TOTAL $1,508,164

27% Investment

Income

68% Contributions

5% Productive Enterprise

Contributions* Break-Down NSDAR $130,945Direct Contributions $462,470Bequests & Estates $426,492

13% NSDAR

42% Bequests &

Estates45%

Direct Contributions

What Our Donors SupportPercentages based on Donor-Designated (Restricted)

Contributions from October 1, 2015, to September 30, 2016

Total Expenses Programs $1,009,494Administrative $ 81,960Fundraising/Development $ 20,158TOTAL $1 , 1 1 1 ,61291%

Programs

7% Administrative

2% Fundraising/

Development

61%

Campus & Facilities

Building, renovation, & construction projects

1%

Other

5%

Children’s Fund

Student health & personal Needs,

Clinic, & Blessings in a Backpack

16%

College Scholarships &

Student Awards

11%

Work ScholarshipStudent work

program

6%

Classroom Needs

Classroom supplies and equipment, teacher resources, & student

supplies

8%

1%

5%

16%

4%

66% Wills, Trusts, & Estate Gifts

Promotional Sales & Misc. Income

DAR National, State, and Local Societies & Organizations

Organizations & Foundations

Businesses

Individuals

2016 Report to the Friends of KDSInformation is based on audited financials from October 1, 2015, to September 30, 2016

Where Our Donations Come From Percentages based on Annual Fund (Unrestricted) Contributions from October 1, 2015, to September 30, 2016

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Income Categories Annual Fund Contributions

41%

Donor-Designated Contributions59%

What Our Donors SupportPercentages based on Donor-Designated (Restricted)

Contributions from October 1, 2015, to September 30, 2016

The complete renovation of the KDS baseball and softball fields began in June of 2015. Addressing critical drainage issues, both around and on the fields, was the top priority for this project. Outside of the fields, tons of sand rock and dirt were removed, making way for more than 700 feet of underground pipe and drain basins designed to carry the water around the fields, parking and seating areas. Strip drains were installed in the outfields, and grade work was done to correct low spots in the infields. Additional drains behind home plate insure standing water following a heavy rain will be at a minimum.

Large poles to suspend the backstop netting were added, and the electrical wiring for the light poles and dugouts was installed underground. A new infield light pole was added on the softball Field. New dugouts and fixed seating installations were constructed for both fields, new fencing was erected, and new concrete patio areas were added. Volunteers in the community made helmet and bat cubbies and the Agri-Science Department constructed benches. The parking lots at the baseball and softball Fields were paved by our Marshall County Commissioner for District 2, RE Martin.

During 2016 Dedication Day festivities, a dedication ceremony was held for the newly renovated fields. On hand for the celebration was a large crowd of DAR members, as well as alumni and members of the community including NSDAR President General Ann Dillon and Alabama State Senator Clay Scofield, who both spoke about the impact of the project.

The project’s major donors were recognized during the program, and the permanent donor walls for each field were unveiled. For the Baseball Field, the “Grand Slam” donor was the Louisa St. Clair Chapter, NSDAR, Peggy King Scully, Regent. “Home Run” level sponsors were DAR of Michigan, Diane Schrift, Regent; Illinois Organization DAR, Sharon Frizzell, Regent; Texas Society, DAR, Judy Ostler, Regent; and the National Junior Membership Committee, NSDAR, Cecile Wimberley, Chair.

Because of the legacy of support and the continued combined efforts of the DAR of Michigan, the Louisa St. Clair Chapter, and many other Michigan Chapters and individuals, the baseball field at KDS was officially named Michigan Field.

For the softball field, the “Grand Slam” donor was the Florida State Society, DAR, Ginger Poffenberger, Regent. Numerous Florida Daughters, Chapters, and organizations

D O N O R S A N D F R I E N D S

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At the beginning of the 2016/2017 School Year:

Elementary School (Pre-K – 4th grade) 448 StudentsMiddle School (5th – 8th grades) 434 StudentsHigh School (9th – 12th grades) 458 Students

TOTAL ENROLLMENT 1,340 Students

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HIT A HOMERUN FOR KDS

“The work done at our schools is priceless, and it is wonderful to have an impact on the lives of student athletes for today and into the future. The renovation of the softball field, and having it named the Florida Field, is a lasting tribute to our State Society. We will always be a presence at KDS.”

Ginger Poffenberger, RegentFlorida State Society DAR

contributed to the success of the fundraising efforts. The “Home Run” level sponsor was the National Junior Membership Committee, NSDAR, Cecile Wimberley, Chair.

Because of the tremendous commitment of the Florida Society DAR and numerous other Florida Chapters and individuals, the softball field at KDS has been officially named Florida Field.

This project was a collaborative effort between the DAR, the community, alumni, and friends. The extensive renovations not only improved the KDS school ball fields, but also energized the entire community, becoming a source of pride for the citizens of Grant and Gunter Mountain. The positive effects of this project will be felt for years to come. Thank you to all who “stepped up to the plate” for the Patriots!

“Inspired by the legacy of earlier chapter Daughters who helped create the original KDS recreation space, Louisa St. Clair Chapter did not hesitate to support the baseball field renovation project. Members understand that life skills learned through organized sports can complement academics, and we wanted to be a part of providing an exceptional venue for KDS students and the Gunter Mountain community.”

Peggy King Scully, RegentLouisa St. Clair Chapter, NSDAR

students received special aid with

proceeds from the KDS Children’s Fund

72children served through donations made to the KDS Christmas Fund

During the months of April and May, KDS students, teachers and staff members

were encouraged to write a card or letter to military personnel that would be delivered

to NSDAR headquarters to aide in the attempt to set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORD for

most letters to active service personnel at one time. KDS Director of Development Beth

Cagle coordinated the efforts by collecting the names and addresses of local military

personnel to provide to everyone so that they could choose one person to write to. She

then collected the letters written to be delivered to Washington, DC, to be added to the

thousands written by DAR members from across the country.

On June 19th, during the National Defense Night Ceremony at Continental Congress,

we learned that DAR now holds the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDSTM title for “most letters

to military personnel collected in one month” with a total number of 100,904 cards and

letters!

Congratulations to all KDS students, faculty, and staff who contributed to the record!

During the Gift Acceptance Ceremony at the 2016 Continental Congress, Kate Duncan Smith DAR School donated to NSDAR an original oil painting by Anne Rogers Minor, the National Society’s 11th President General. Mrs. Minor served in that position from 1920 to 1923. Her father-in-law, a well-known artist, encouraged her to take up painting as a career. Her paintings were on exhibition in many galleries in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. She was a member of several societies of artists, and regarded painting as her profession.

The artwork, an original oil painting of a harbor scene, hung in the Minor Practice Cottage on the KDS campus from the time of its dedication in 1935 until 2007 when the Home Economics teacher moved off campus. Since that time, the painting has been housed in the KDS Administrative Office.

The Minor Practice Cottage was built in 1935 with funds contributed by the Connecticut DAR and was named in honor of Mrs. Minor, a Connecticut Daughter. It served as the residence of the school’s home economics teacher and as a practice cottage for home economics students. The girls in the class would take turns staying in the home and practicing skills learned in the classroom such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc. When boys began taking home economics classes in the early 1980s, the cottage was no longer used for practice. Today it is used as a faculty residence.

The painting now hangs in the Connecticut Board Room at NSDAR with other works of Mrs. Minor’s art.

KDS Donates Painting to NSDAR

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2007 KDS Alumnus Sam Hartline, a Surface Warfare Officer in the

U.S. Navy, was thrilled to receive letters from

KDS students and faculty.

KDS Students and Staff Help Set World Record

KDS Executive Director Heather Green, KDS Board Chairman Peggy Johnson, and NSDAR President General Lynn Young.

Beautiful fall weather welcomed visitors from across the country to the KDS DAR School’s 92nd Dedication Day celebration on Monday, October 10th and Tuesday, October 11th. This year’s festivities were even more special as the NSDAR National School Tour was present on campus. President General Ann Dillon, National School Chairman Peggy Troxell, members of the NSDAR Executive Board, groups from Illinois and Texas, and numerous others travelling by car were on hand to share in this special occasion. All total, more than 350 DAR guests were present at KDS on Monday and Tuesday.

Awaiting the DAR guests as they arrived on Monday morning was a warm “welcome to campus” where

students lined the sidewalks, waved signs, and presented them with flowers and artwork while the KDS Marching Band and cheerleaders provided lively tunes and cheers. Entertainment during lunch was provided by the 6th Grade J.A.C. Club, performing a program in honor of the 100th Anniversary of the National Park Service.

The afternoon consisted of a dedication ceremony for the newly renovated KDS Baseball and Softball Fields, campus tours, classroom visits, and meetings. Members of the National School Tour participated in an afternoon Community Service Scavenger Hunt on campus in honor of DAR’s National Day of Service. The ladies each brought a book about an influential person from their state to donate to one of the school libraries. They also planted seeds for students to grow in the Greenhouse, signed cards of appreciation for veterans, and raised awareness about breast cancer.

On Monday evening the group traveled off the mountain for a “Casual Evening at the Cave”. Cathedral Caverns State Park served as a lovely backdrop for a southern meal under the stars, complete with chicken-n-dumplings and fried apple pies. Dulcimer music and cave tours added to the fun and fellowship.

The traditional Dedication Program on Tuesday is always the highlight of the festivities, and this year was no exception with 23 state societies, groups, and organizations qualifying to dedicate. President General Ann Dillon presented the Dedication Day message, which featured her heartfelt words about the state of things in our country and why a place like KDS is so important. The program also featured musical performances by the Fourth Grade Choir and the High School Choir and all KDS students singing “DAR, Oh How We Love You” to a rousing response. There was even a surprise visit by the adorable KDS kindergartners who “sailed” through the program aboard the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria in honor of Christopher Columbus’ discovery of the New World. The program was followed by the famous Basket Luncheon, a perennial favorite of the DAR ladies and guests.

Among the other highlights of this year’s KDS Dedication Day was the annual Craft Show which was held in the Doris Pike White Gymnasium, with more than 35 crafters offering their handmade goods. The proceeds from the Craft Show provide funds for supplies and materials for the KDS High School Art Department.

The 92nd KDS DAR School Dedication Day was a truly special time for our “Gem of Gunter Mountain” and its students.

DEDICATION DAY 2016

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As a retired nuclear engineer, Alabama State Regent Nancy Folk understands the importance of science class as a catalyst for encouraging students to pursue STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) careers. Her new project for KDS Middle School students will do just that.

Funds raised through Mrs. Folk’s State Regent’s Project are allowing KDS to partner with Mind Gear Labs, a private organization with a proven record in delivering science programming to schools across North Alabama. This partnership is providing every student in Middle School, grades 5-7, with a nine week introduction to LEGO Robotics.

Of the new program, Middle School Counselor Lisa Fountain said, “Our students have loved the program. After each class, I can hear excitement just buzzing throughout the halls. The instructors interact well with the students and make learning the concepts fun.”

Students in the 8th grade were offered the class as an elective, and 4th-6th graders were offered an opportunity to enroll in an after-school class. More than 70 students are taking the after-school class, a response so positive, a second class was added.

Fountain commented, “I observed a game that one of the Mind Gear instructors created to help students understand the language of coding and robotics. It was amazing to see what they learned from that

KDS Pre-K Expands to Serve More ChildrenThe 2016 school year marked the beginning of a new chapter for the

Pre-K program at KDS. Not only did the program move into a newly renovated building, but another class was added, and now 36 students from the area are able to attend Pre-K!

The Alabama State Board of Education expanded the Pre-K program to more than 800 classrooms statewide in 2016, and KDS Elementary benefitted from grants to fund the added class. Studies analyzing student achievement through the 6th grade have found that students who participate in a high quality Pre-K program consistently outperform their peers in reading and math. Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education also reports that Alabama First Class Pre-K alums have higher attendance rates, are less likely to require special education placement, and are less likely to repeat a grade than children that did not participate in the program.

KDS is proud to work in partnership with the Marshall County Board of Education to make this program available to area children.

simple demonstration!” STEM careers are among those in

highest demand in Alabama, and they are also some of the highest paying jobs available. To better prepare students to enter the workforce in STEM careers, last year the Alabama Department of Education introduced a new course of study for science. The main goal of this new standard is to give all Alabama students a solid foundation in science and engineering. Hands-on, experiential learning is crucial to this curriculum as it challenges students to utilize critical thinking skills and work collaboratively to solve problems, just as they will have to when they join the work force. KDS Middle School’s partnership with Mind Gear Labs provides the hands-on learning required to meet the new State Curriculum Standards.

When asked about the impact the program is having on the students, Mrs. Fountain replied, “We love seeing our students strengthen self-confidence, creativity, problem-solving, teamwork and persistence. Regardless of their future aspirations, these skills will be most valuable in any future classroom or workforce setting.”

Under the leadership of State Regent Nancy Folk, Alabama Daughters are making a real difference in the lives of KDS students.

Alabama State Regent’s Project

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Jim Page, a 1996 graduate of KDS DAR School, is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama, a Tuscaloosa-based business advocacy organization serving over 65,000 working men and women through more than 1,350 business enterprises, civic organizations and educational institutions. Being responsible for management of the professional staff and having oversight of all Chamber programs, Jim also serves as lead spokesman for the Chamber on all public policy issues, economic development projects and strategic community initiatives. Jim says, “There’s no question that KDS DAR School played a significant role in preparing me for the career I have today. Being involved in numerous clubs and organizations helped me develop leadership skills that I try to put into practice on a daily basis. Everything the Chamber is engaged in is for the purpose of making the community better. Helping others and working for the ‘greater good’ were values instilled in us as KDS students.” Prior to his tenure in Tuscaloosa, Jim served nine years as Vice President of Public Policy and Business Development for the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce in Decatur, Alabama. Preceding his time in Decatur, Jim was a consultant with the Montgomery-based lobbying firm of Fine, Geddie and Associates and worked on multiple statewide political campaigns. Jim serves on the Board of Directors of the Business Council of Alabama and the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama, of which he is a past Chairman. He is Chairman of the University Communities Council for the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, an appointed member of the Tuscaloosa County Road Improvement Commission and is Chairman of the Alliance for Alabama’s Infrastructure, a grassroots advocacy coalition that promotes financially-responsible investment in Alabama’s transportation infrastructure. A vocal proponent of early childhood education, Jim was appointed by Governor Robert Bentley to serve on the Board of Directors of the Alabama Partnership for Children and is a member of the Alabama School Readiness Alliance Pre-K Task Force. “I have the privilege of interacting with literally thousands of people throughout the year, so always getting to meet new people is definitely one of my favorite things about the job,” says Jim. “The broad scope of our work also gives me the opportunity to travel often, especially to Washington, D.C. – my favorite place. But, the greatest perk of my job is going to

Alumni Spotlight – Jim Pagebed at night knowing that the work my organization does is helping improve people’s lives.” Jim obtained his bachelor’s degree in political science and marketing from the University of North Alabama, and serving in leadership roles is something that has always come naturally to him. In addition to being selected Continental Congress representative and SGA President during his senior year of high school, Jim was also elected SGA President during his time at UNA. “My experiences at KDS instilled in me a deep sense of patriotism and genuine respect for public service. That has greatly influenced my career path and continues to inspire my passion to make this world a better place,” says Jim. “Beth Cagle was the teacher who had the most profound impact on my life – and the lives of so many others – because of her unwavering support, encouragement and constant reminders

that we could achieve more than we ever thought possible.” Jim has received a number of professional accolades during his career. In 2009, he was recognized nationally by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives as one of 40 Under 40: Rising Stars of the Chamber World. He also received the 2015 Jamie Wallace Award in recognition of “exceptional leadership, service and dedication to the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama”

and was recently named the 2016 recipient of the prestigious Thompson/Seymour Leadership Award by the Business Council of Alabama. Jim’s parents, Jimmy and Hilda Page, still live in Kennamer’s Cove, just outside of Grant, on the family farm. His great aunt, Louise Kennamer Romans, was one of two young women in KDS’s very first graduating class in 1931. He and his wife, Sara, are the proud parents of an eight-year-old daughter, Elly. In his spare time, Jim and his family enjoy watching University of Alabama football and basketball games and spending time on the family farm in Kennamer’s Cove. Jim says, “I constantly brag about what a special place KDS DAR School is and how blessed I am to be a graduate. I wish others truly understood how much the school means to the community and its alumni.”

“My experiences at KDS instilled in me a deep sense of patriotism and genuine respect for public service. That has greatly influenced my career path and continues to inspire my passion to make this world a better place,”

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201 6 Donor Recognition January 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016

For more than 93 years, the Kate Duncan Smith DAR School has been an educational institution that celebrates its history, fosters patriotic ideals and promotes God, Home and Country. KDS continues to benefit from the generosity of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Children of the American Revolution, alumni, community and friends. Because of you, we are able to ensure our students’ opportunities for success are not

hindered by personal or financial barriers. You are part of something very special here, and we cannot thank you enough.

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution

Florida State Society, NSDARTrust of Margaret G. Kincaid, IllinoisTrust of Thomas A. & Anne H.

Gherman, TexasEstate of Ella M. Grimes,

Washington

Junior Membership Committee, NSDAR

Oregon State Society, NSDAR

Alabama State Society, NSDARPeggy S. Johnson, ALSen. Clay Scofield, District 9,

Alabama State SenateShelby D. Ward, ALIllinois Organization, NSDARIowa State Society, NSDARTrust of Mable Slagle, PennsylvaniaTexas State Society, NSDAR

Martin Anderson, Alumnus, AlabamaColsa Corporation, ALSara C. Craft, ALHarold J. Fennimore & Lorraine

Summerlin, ALCharlene M. Pace, Alumna, ALRita H. Reid, ALGeorgia State Society, NSDARTrust of Doris Pike White, MaineDAR of MichiganCricket C. Crigler, North CarolinaPennsylvania State Society, NSDARTennessee State Society, NSDARLarry Anderson, Alumnus, TexasLady Washington Chapter, TXLisa Lents, TX

Beth Cagle, AlabamaChuck & Robin Ford, Alumnus, ALMargie & Stephen Helton, Alumni, ALTwickenham Town Chapter, ALEllen & Gertrude B. Kirby Fund of

the Community Foundation of Broward, Florida

Susan Tomlinson, GeorgiaIndiana DARYvonne S. Boone, IowaMaryland State Society, NSDARLouisa St. Clair Chapter, MichiganIvous Sisk, MississippiMissouri State Society, NSDARMonsanto Fund, MOCyndy B. Sweeney, PennsylvaniaJudy R. Mays, Virginia

Alabama Officer’s Club, DARRex G. Ayers, Alumnus, ALBetsy Chrz, ALTammy B. Clemons, Alumna, ALVirginia H. Cook, ALDan Cox, ALJames D. Davis, ALFirst State Bank, ALGeneral Sumter Chapter, ALHeather W. Green, Alumna, ALParker Griffith Family Foundation, ALGunter Mountain Chapter, ALCheryl P. Harrison, ALRita P. Horton, ALHunt’s Spring Chapter, ALJohn Parke Custis Chapter, ALLily of the Cahaba Chapter, ALBetty D. Moore, Alumna, ALNorthern District Regents’ Council, ALPhilip & Ruth Owen, ALPeter Forney Chapter, ALLisa & Kelly Saylor, ALAnne Cary Walker Mgmnt Trust, ALWalmart Foundation & Facility #3796, ALLarry Ward, ALHollywood Chapter, CaliforniaAdele E. Lancaster, CARebecca E. Lockhart, FloridaG. B. & Charlotte A. Saunders

Foundation, Inc., GeorgiaRockford Chapter, IllinoisStoney Creek Chapter, MichiganMississippi State Society, NSDARKathy B. Wallace, Alumna, MSGE Foundation, OhioFort Nashborough Chapter, TennesseeLethe C. Burns, Alumna, TexasDeborah Stein, VirginiaLanabeth L. Horgen, Washington

National Society Children of the American Revolution

Sue Ellen Adams, AlabamaAnne Phillips Chapter, ALAnn C. Barnes, Alumna, ALJade A. Beavers, ALNancy C. Billings, ALTravis & Zona Bishop, Alumni, ALJean K. Brewer, Alumna, ALCahawba Chapter, ALVeronica W. Carter, Alumna, ALChief Tuskaloosa Chapter, ALChinnabee-Fort Strother Chapter, ALRodney & Roschell Clark, Alumni, ALCommunity Action Partnership of

North AL, Inc.Valerie Crowder, ALJanet E. Deaton, ALMelvin & Melva Lou Dennis, Alumna,

ALDripping Springs Chapter, ALNancy S. Folk, ALGrant Youth Basketball League, ALEwell & Saralee C. Green, AL

Heroes of Kings Mountain Chapter, ALVirginia F. Houston, ALHuntsville Chapter, ALKDS Class of 1976KDS Class of 19921973 KDS DAR Baseball TeamSusie Keller, Alumna, ALScott & Lisa Lankford, ALLargen Irrigation, Inc., ALLight Horse Harry Lee Chapter, ALBillie R. Moore, ALNeedham Bryan Chapter, ALJan J. Owen, ALScott Pace, Alumnus, ALCharlotte M. Park, ALPatriot Youth Football & Cheerleading

League, ALJosh Perkins, Alumnus, ALMelvina P. Phillips, ALPrincess Sehoy Chapter, ALJessie C. Schniper, ALJackie Sheldon, ALJoan P. Shepherd, ALCarroll C. Strickland, ALJoe & Bonnie Teal, ALRhonda B. Van Zandt, ALRickey & Donna K. Watson, Alumni, ALBrenda C. Winter, ALLisa S. Wright, Alumna, ALLaura V. King, ArizonaArrowhead Valley Chapter, CaliforniaDe Anza Chapter, CAEl Palo Alto Chapter, CAJosefa Higuera Livermore Chapter, CAKaren J. Montgomery, CARincon del Diablo Chapter, CASacramento Chapter, CAPiney Creek Chapter, ColoradoMarjorie A. Frampton, DelawareJohnny & Lisa Childs, FloridaBrenda Fritz, FLJayne Holland, FLConnie C. Lizak, FLOld King’s Highway Chapter, FLJoAnn Rinard, FLBeth Termarsch, FLE. Lynn Brackey, GeorgiaFielding Lewis Chapter, GAFort Peachtree Chapter, GAJoseph Habersham Chapter, GAShannon M. Logue, GAPaula H. Osborne, GAJoyce B. Patton, GABecky M. Rostron, GAGlenn S. Rutland, GARebecca M. West, GAMarjorie N. Wilson, GABonnie V. Perry, IllinoisPeter Meyer Chapter, ILMartha R. Zimmerman, ILCharlotte H. Blair, IndianaBeverly Ann Clark, IowaDenise K. Bullock, KansasMajor William Thomas Chapter,

MarylandMexico State Society, NSDARBeth S. Garner, MichiganPeggy King Scully, MI

Anna M. Royston, MississippiDell D. Scoper, MSSusan D. Miller, MissouriCol. Aaron Ogden Chapter, New YorkBetty N. DeVries, NYKetewamoke Chapter, NYNew York State Organization, NSDARPeter Minuit Chapter, NYTheresa Willemsen, NYWilliam Clay, Alumnus, North CarolinaOklahoma State Society, NSDARFranklin County Chapter, PennsylvaniaThe Edgar V. Weir Family Foundation,

Inc., PAElizabeth P. Ray, TennesseeNelly G. Shearer, TNTrust of Edith B. Little, TNWilliam Branch Giles Chapter, TNAndrew Carruthers Chapter, TexasCarolyn C. Duckworth, TXGeni S. Holmes, Alumna, TXSt. James Chapter, United KingdomHenry Clay Chapter, VirginiaKate Waller Barrett Chapter, VANelly Custis Chapter, VARichard T. & Diane M. Scott, VAJacqueline A. Riddell, WashingtonThe Boeing Company, WALinda L. Maier, Wisconsin

Lucile G. Adams, AlabamaAlamance Chapter, ALMay F. Alanko, ALSusan Lynn Allen, ALMelissa B. Anderson, Alumna, ALCharles & Aimee Whitaker Anderton,

Alumni, ALAndrew Jackson Chapter, ALAtagi Chapter, ALCharles & Greta Ayers, Alumnus, ALAnn M. Bandgren, ALRicky & Ann Barnes, Alumni, ALJane C. F. Bazemore, ALCalvin & Cheryl Bearden, ALSandra G. Beaver, ALLinda Bell, ALBienville Chapter, ALBirmingham Territory Chapter, ALBruce Bishop, Alumnus, ALJimmy Bradshaw, Alumnus, ALCheryl L. Brazelton, ALSara B. Brooker, ALBrenda Brown, ALDoris Bush, ALCaptain William Bibb Chapter, ALChief Colbert Chapter, ALDaring Dicey Chapter, ALDavid Lindsay Chapter, ALTerri L. Dean, ALPatrice R. Donnelly, ALTad R. Douglas, ALJeremy Dunn, Alumnus, ALEcor Rouge Chapter, ALJoan Erickson, ALWendy D. Ferguson, ALFort Bowyer Chapter, AL

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Deborah Stauring, NYSuffolk Chapter, NYColonel Joseph Winston Chapter, North CarolinaDulcie Fusillo, NCKathryn S. Herrmann, NCJoan H. Kramer, NCVirginia “Ginny” W. Powers, NCJean Ann Rushton, NCRobynn R. Rutledge, NCPeggy C. Troxell, NCWilmington Ladies Tea Walk Chapter, NCAnn M. Yamrus, NCAnn Simpson Davis Chapter, OhioMary Jo Edwards, OHElizabeth Sherman Reese Chapter, OHFort Industry Chapter, OHJames Fowler Chapter, OHJared Mansfield Chapter, OHNancy C. Johnson, OHMary Chesney Chapter, OHOklahoma City Chapter, OklahomaMargaret S. Bolam, PennsylvaniaGreat Valley Chapter, PAJacob Ferree Chapter, PASusan Squires, South CarolinaSusan Chambers, TennesseeChickasaw Bluff Chapter, TNChief John Ross Chapter, TNCindy H. Cook, TNGeneral Daniel Smiths Rock Castle

Chapter, TNNancy G. Hemmrich, TNJohn Nolen Chapter, TNJudge David Campbell Chapter, TNKings Mountain Messenger Chapter, TNJosie A. McCamish, Alumna, TNHelen C. Moore, Alumna, TNTerry D. Nelson, TNGinnie O’Brien, TNCharlotte S. Reynolds, TNLinda Smith, TNBob & Elaine Sutphin, TNSusan R. Thomas, TNWatauga Chapter, TNKay S. Alston, TexasAtascosa Chapter, TXCherry R. Calender, TXJane Doclar, TXDiane S. Doty, TXJane Douglas Chapter, TXJohn Abston Chapter, TXJohn McKnitt Alexander Chapter, TXMichael Stoner Chapter, TXNancy Anderson Chapter, TXAndrea Neuhoff, TXJudy C. Ostler, TXPermian Basin Chapter, TXRock Wall Chapter, TXSam Houston Chapter, TXMary Ann Ward, TXAnna Maria Fitzhugh Chapter, VirginiaChancellor Wythe Chapter, VANewport News-Warwick Chapter, VAWashington-Lewis Chapter, VABronwen Maxwell, WashingtonWhidbey Island Chapter, WAWest Virginia State Society, NSDARAh Dah Wa Gam Chapter, WisconsinGovernor Nelson Dewey Chapter, WIVicki Schicker, WIWisconsin State Society, NSDARLeland & Mary E. Borgeson,

WyomingCheyenne Chapter, WY

Fort Mims Chapter, ALFrancis Marion Chapter, ALFaye H. Frazier, Alumna, ALOma H. Gaines, ALAthelia W. Gibbs, ALKathy Ayers Giles, Alumna, ALJane P. Gordon, ALKaleb Seth Gowan, Alumnus, ALRoberta H. Greene, ALConnie H. Grund, ALKathy A. Gunter, Alumna, ALJustin Hart, Alumnus, ALTheresa L. Hart, ALWanda K. Hastings, Alumna, ALHeard, Ary & Dauro, Attorneys at Law, ALDeborah W. Hicks, ALSarah Elizabeth Hill, Alumna, ALHunter C. Hodges, Alumnus, ALLarry & Joan Hodges, Alumnus, ALLynn Holifield, ALJohn & Kay Howard, Alumna, ALJean F. Jackson, Alumna, ALJanice A. Jennings, ALLinda Johnson, ALJosiah Brunson Chapter, ALKDS Class of 1995Nancy S. Keiser, ALRalph Keller, Alumnus, ALWhitney B. Keller, Alumna, ALAlma & Earl Kennamer, ALPat Kyser, ALAntonia M. Lalor, Alumna, ALWilma J. Lee, ALMary A. Lewey, ALMaple Hill Chapter, ALMartha Wayles Jefferson Chapter, ALJorene Fuell Martin, Alumna, ALRachel Ann F. Martin, ALRobert H. McCaleb, ALBequest of Mr. & Mrs. W. J. McGirl, ALJeanie B. McNees, ALHaley M. Miles, Alumna, ALGail W. Moore, ALBill & Mary Moran, ALGerald Morrison, Alumnus, ALWilliam & Christy Mote, ALOld Elyton Chapter, ALLycrecia Patterson, ALTracy M. Pflaum, ALKevin & Gina Pitt, ALMary W. Pratt, ALLora Prickett, ALJudy S. Purinton, ALSandra A. Rackard, ALMargaret H. Randles, ALRobert & Pam Reeve, ALRichard W. Rhone, ALClara W. Rice, Alumna, ALMack Rice, Alumnus, ALCarol A. Roach, ALLois M. Robertson, ALPhoebe D. Robinson, ALWanda Russell, Alumna, ALEarlene G. Sanders, Alumna, ALCarolyn H. Schafer, ALElizabeth Schafer, ALLinda W. Shabo, ALDeedie M. Shadden, Alumna, ALJaneal N. Shannon, ALChristena C. Shepherd, ALJanice & Rex Sisk, Alumna, ALHampton Smith, ALKim K. Smith, Alumna, ALMartin & Gweneth Smithers, ALSherry M. Spurlin, ALAngie C. Stanfield, Alumna, AL

Lynn H. Stein, ALStephens Chapter, ALChris & Tammy B. Sutton, Alumni, ALVirginia M. Thacker, ALTidence Lane Chapter, ALNancy S. Tosh, Alumna, ALLynn Troy, ALMarilyn Tucker, ALJean W. Vaughan, ALChris & Ashley M. Weems, Alumni, ALBetty H. Weir, ALFrederica G. White, ALDavie Ann T. Williams, ALKaren Willmon, ALMichele Yarbrough, ALDorothy Ziegler, ALMary Gramling, AlaskaMary Ellen Chrispell, ArizonaMarilou Fellman, AZFour Peaks Chapter, AZWhite Tank Foothills Chapter, AZArkansas State Society, NSDARPaul & Leann Crutchfield, ARMr. & Mrs. Bob C. Welch, ARNancy W. Barton, CaliforniaJoan T. Bogaty, CACalifornia State Society, NSDARVirginia K. DeGregory, CAElizabeth Fox, CAJennifer Garvin, CACarol O. Jackson, CALos Gatos Chapter, CAMission Canyon Chapter, CACarolyn H. Peth, CARancho Purisima Chapter, CAJean E. Sander, CASanta Margarita Chapter, CASanta Monica Chapter, CAPatsy Weikart, CAKristine Wood, CAKay Blair, ColoradoPeggy A. Norton, COMary Clap Wooster Chapter,

ConnecticutJennie M. Rehnberg, CTSally Alshouse, FloridaCommodore John Barry Chapter, FLDonna G. Cullen, FLBarbara Dedeaux, FLKatherine Egolf, FLEstero Island Chapter, FLLynnette R. Faulkner, FLCheryl Field, FLFort Cooper Chapter, FLGarcilaso de la Vega Chapter, FLJean Ribault Chapter, FLColleen Brown Kimball, FLLynn Kohler-Glowatz, FLDebra Egolf Lane, FLDawn C. Lemongello, FLJulie Moore, FLAnita C. Nolin, FLJanice E Padden, FLPhilip Perry Chapter, FLGinger A. Poffenberger, FLThree Rivers Chapter, FLSusie G. Wuest, FLJoanna & David Austin, GeorgiaJill Battles, GAMary S. Bennett, GAPatricia M. Bourne, GAPatricia Bradford, GABea Fischer, GAGeorge Walton Chapter, GACarolyn G. Hanf, GAJames Stewart Chapter, GAMindy T. Kammeyer, GADeborah Kyle, GA

Virginia G. Lingelbach, GACarey Louthan, GARuth W. McDaniel, GARandi D. Minor, GAOld Unicoi Trail Chapter, GAPulaski Chapter, GASandy Springs Chapter, GAShelby A. Whitson, GAChristina Bannon, IllinoisCandace Fryburger, ILMary M. Helfrich, ILSharla Luken, ILNancy C. Maze, ILMarilyn R. Creedon, IndianaHoosier Elm Chapter, INMrs. Jacqueline Hunt, INKay R. Pike, INLeonard & Roberta H. Pursell, INChristie A. Noble, IowaRetha Blecha, KansasEsther Lowrey Chapter, KSOlathe Chapter, KSSagamore Chapter, KSEunice Sterling, KSGlenna F. Whittaker, KentuckyShirley Whittaker-Burba, KYCarole D. Gloger, LouisianaMary Ann Ensminger, MarylandRuann N. George, MDHead of Elk Chapter, MDBrooks A. Morton, MDPotomac Hundred Chapter, MDCharlotte “Carlee” Line,

MassachusettsTrust of Ida M. Neary, MABattle Creek Chapter, MichiganElizabeth S. Bishop, MIMary P. Clark, MIColonel Joshua Howard Chapter, MICharlotte Cooper, MIGrand River Trail Chapter, MIJob Winslow Chapter, MIGina LaCroix, MINipissing Chapter, MISophie de Marsac Campau Chapter, MIPJ Steeby, MIJane Turnbull, MIKelly L. VanWormer, MIMarian K. Wolf, MinnesotaAshmead Chapter, MississippiDebbie Cannon, MSBess H. Darby, MSHic-A-Sha-Ba-Ha Chapter, MSJames Gilliam Chapter, MSCynthia C. McNamara, MSShadrack Rogers Chapter, MSJanet L. Whittington, MSJean Willis, MSMary Bess Green, MissouriMontana State Society, NSDARDora Day, NebraskaCindy Bell, NevadaMary Butler Chapter, New HampshireNew Hampshire State Society, NSDARNew Jersey State Society, NSDARBonnie Simpson, NJTucumcari Chapter, New MexicoColonel Gilbert Potter Chapter, New YorkCarol Felsen, NYBrook T. Hanna, NYNancy F. Hanna, NYGerri S. MacWhinnie, NYJenny Malara, NYMary Washington Colonial Chapter, NYJennifer Pollack, NY

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HonorariumsJanuary 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016

Contributions to benefit the children of Gunter Mountain in honor of a friend or relative are listed in alphabetical order by the name of the honoree. The name of the donor follows each entry.

All DAR Josie A. McCamishMartin & Kathryn Anderson Peggy S. JohnsonAnn M. Bandgren Maple Hill ChapterAnsley Barnes & Jay Barnes Ann & Ricky BarnesEdwina Beall Sukey Hart ChapterYvonne S. Boone Dell D. ScoperSherry L. Bowen Andrea ShoenerMelodye G. Brown Becky M. WestBeth Cagle Paula H. Osborne Twickenham Town Chapter Joan T. Bogaty Maple Hill ChapterMarcy Carter-Lorick Six Flags ChapterClara Barton Chapter Patsy WeikartSara C. Craft Nancy S. FolkMary Daley Leslie FranksAnn T. Dillon Becky M. Rostron Cyndy B. SweeneyTad Douglas Sara B. BrookerDrippings Spring Chapter Officers Rhonda B. Van ZandtDoris Estes Nancy S. ToshNancy S. Folk Stephens ChapterOma Gaines Twyla F. Brammell Tad R. Douglas Cheryl P. Harrison Deborah W. Hicks Jessica F. Maddox Phoebe D. Robinson Davie Ann T. WilliamsKaleb Gowan Gunter Mountain ChapterHeather W. Green Lynnette R. Faulkner Gunter Mountain Chapter Paula H. Osborne Donna K. WatsonConnie Grund Jessie C. SchniperCheryl Harrison Lucile G. Adams Oma H. Gaines Connie H. Grund Peggy S. JohnsonRosemary Hogan Cyndy B. SweeneyJeanie Hornung Kay R. PikeRita P. Horton Connie H. Grund

Alice Jennings Joy Hubbard Sylvia W. ThorntonPeggy S. Johnson Ann M. Bandgren Edwina H. Beall Tammy B. Clemons Cricket C. Crigler Donna G. Cullen Patrice R. Donnelly Bea Fischer Oma H. Gaines Connie H. Grund Carolyn G. Hanf Nancy G. Hemmrich Lanabeth L. Horgen Rita P. Horton KDS DAR School Development Committee KDS DAR School Programs & Promotions Committee Dawn C. Lemongello Lisa Lents Shannon M. Logue Camille R. Lowery Rachel Ann F. Martin Josie A. McCamish Gail W. Moore Northern District Regents’ Council Joyce B. Patton Melvina P. Phillips Ginger A. Poffenberger Lois M. Robertson Becky M. Rostron Peggy King Scully Janeal N. Shannon Robin R. Towns Larry Ward Betty H. Weir Becky M. West Shelby A. Whitson Davie Ann T. Williams Marjorie N. Wilson Susie G. WuestAlice Jones Chief Tuskaloosa ChapterMindy Kammeyer Tammy B. Clemons Cyndy B. SweeneyKDS Maintenance Staff Peggy S. JohnsonJanell Kozak Roberta H. GreeneNancy Kritch Tammy B. ClemonsLady Patriots Sally AlshouseVirginia Lingelbach Tammy B. ClemonsBruce Lipscombe Stephens ChapterKara Long Stephens ChapterLouisa St. Clair Chapter Peggy King ScullyMindy Lovell Rock Wall Chapter

Mary Chesney Chapter - Past Regents Mary Chesney ChapterJimmy “Bo” McBride Charlene M. PaceBobbi P. McMullen Cyndy B. SweeneySusan Gillette Meer Cyndy B. SweeneyAlice Merchant Nancy S. FolkMichigan Daughters Gina LaCroixGail W. Moore Connie H. GrundHelen Carter Moore Chickasaw Bluff Chapter General Daniel Smiths Rock Castle Chapter Judge David Campbell ChapterOld Glory Chapter Virginia H. HoogestegerBill Pace Charlene M. PaceWill Pace & Henry Pace Charlene M. PaceAdaline Pasour Stephany PasourJoyce Patton Tammy B. ClemonsMelvina Phillips Connie H. GrundMerry Anne Pierson Melinda King Ginnie O’Brien Linda SmithNancy Pratt Kelley B. PoydenceCynthia R. Pritchard Cyndy B. SweeneyPaul Saeger Birmingham Territory ChapterJackie Sanders Bill & Charlene M. Pace Earlene G. SandersDiane M. Schrift Chief Shawano Chapter

Deedie Shadden Cricket C. Crigler Patrice R. Donnelly Rita P. Horton KDS DAR School Development Committee Adele E. Lancaster Betty H. Weir Kristine WoodJaneal Shannon Jean W. VaughanSallie Sites Cyndy B. SweeneyAnnette E. Smith Jade A. Beavers Doris C. EstesPenny Sumners, Regent Twickenham Town ChapterRicky Sutphin Rita P. HortonCyndy Sweeney Susan Gillette MeerTennessee DAR Executive Board Charlotte S. ReynoldsTommy Troup Charlene M. PacePeggy Troxell Cyndy B. SweeneyRiley Tuley (Granddaughter) Betty D. MooreDenise D. VanBuren Cyndy B. SweeneyJean W. Vaughan Gunter Mountain Chapter Stephens ChapterGreg Walker Trahlyta ChapterAnn Weir Cyndy B. SweeneyBecky M. West James Stewart ChapterShelby Whitson Becky M. WestSandra Wilson Roberta H. GreeneMargaret Wlodarski Peggy S. JohnsonLynn Forney Young Cyndy B. SweeneyJoanne Zumbrun Cyndy B. Sweeney

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MemorialsJanuary 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016

Contributions to benefit the children of Gunter Mountain in memory of a friend or relative are listed in alphabetical order by the name of the honoree. The name of the donor follows each entry.

Cheryl Arnwine Esther Lowrey ChapterAllison K. Ayers Rex G. AyersWilliam Wiley Ayers Tammy B. ClemonsMarilyn Baugus Nelly G. ShearerBrandon Benton Scott PaceZona Bishop Jill Battles Marlin & Patricia K. Bennetch Tammy B. Clemons Cindy H. Cook Linda Johnson Lee Meadows Jan J. Owen Robert & Pam Reeve Joe & Bonnie Teal Lynn TroyJenny Blackburn Leonard & Roberta H. PursellNed Blair Kay BlairRuth Ann Bond Light Horse Harry Lee ChapterAnne Bourne Patricia M. BourneWinnie Boyd Rita P. HortonCatherine M. Bynum Rita P. HortonLouise K. Cambron Brenda C. Powell Janice & Rex SiskKristin Nicole Carbone Mission Canyon ChapterAnn Carlton Bill & Mary Moran Terry D. NelsonDonala P. Carrier Washburn ChapterChapter Members Chief Tuskaloosa ChapterRita Chatfield Jane DoclarMary Ann Clendenin DonNita SchorrLewis J. Cook, Jr. Virginia H. CookGary W. Cox Dan Cox Judy S. PurintonBetty Dancer Esther Lowrey ChapterDorothy Dean Judge David Campbell ChapterMarie DeLamar Pulaski ChapterMarydeana Davis Duckworth DAR of MichiganGerald T. Easley Dell D. ScoperVera L. H. English Washburn ChapterBetty Browning Ford Chief Colbert Chapter Natalie J. Sandlin

Betty Dillard Fortenberry Lucile G. Adams Nancy C. Billings Brenda Brown Cheryl P. Harrison Martin & Gweneth Smithers Twickenham Town ChapterFrancis B. Frampton Marjorie A. FramptonJeannette Frandsen Light Horse Harry Lee ChapterGreg Fuell Melissa B. Anderson Beth Cagle Johnny & Lisa Childs William Clay Paul & Leann Crutchfield Heather W. Green Wanda K. Hastings Lynn Holifield Peggy S. Johnson KDS Class of 1992 Heather Lackey Josie A. McCamish Scott Pace Lycrecia Patterson Margaret H. Randles Clara W. Rice Mack Rice Wanda Russell Bob & Elaine Sutphin Vonda F. WatersBurl Gamble Peggy S. JohnsonLen Gibbs Athelia W. GibbsRobert Green & Carol Green Ewell & Saralee C. GreenJason Guffey KDS Class of 1995Robbie Hagler Brenda Brown Cheryl P. HarrisonBetty H. Harough Hunt’s Spring ChapterFrances M. Haynsworth Janeal N. Shannon Daniel Helton Janice Jones Bailey Tammy B. Clemons Valerie Crowder Jeremy Dunn Brent M. Elliott Kathy Ayers Giles Justin Hart Theresa L. Hart Margie & Stephen Helton Hunter C. Hodges Larry & Joan Hodges Ralph Keller Alma & Earl Kennamer Jorene Fuel Martin Philip & Ruth Owen Kim K. Smith Angie C. Stanfield Charles & Carolyn SutphinSergeant Major James LaSalle Hood III Andrew Jackson Chapter

Charlotte Jackson Roberta B. HardmanKatharine Wead Jones Nancy C. JohnsonLillian Keel Linda BellGail Keller Peggy S. JohnsonGinny Knell El Palo Alto ChapterMilton C. Lee Wilma J. LeeWinfield & Anna Lippincott Dorothy W. LippincottElizabeth Stanley Manush Chief Colbert Chapter Natalie J. SandlinKippy Martin Deedie M. ShaddenCharlotte Cammack McEachin Charlotte M. ParkMadie McMillan Fort Mims ChapterMadelyn “Marny” Middleton Mission Canyon ChapterDr. Thomas D. Moore Billie R. MooreCharles Muchmore Luanne F. BrucknerGladys Holcomb Murray John Marshall ChapterMary Louise Overly Caravel ChapterPhil Owen Linda Johnson Jan J. Owen Philip & Ruth OwenDorothy Pasko Josie A. McCamishLinda W. Potter John Marshall ChapterRocky Randles Joe TealAnne W. Rhone Richard W. RhoneJane Neal Rice Parker Griffith Family

Foundation- Dr. Parker GriffithIralene D. Richards Janet E. Deaton

Dwight Sanders Charlene M. PaceAbe Schniper Jessie C. SchniperKeith Shields Joe TealAubrey Smart Fannie W. SmartHerb Stanfield Frances Q. StanfieldRuth Boyd Stein Deborah SteinFlora “Flo” Stockton Tommy & Lisa Bice Cheryl L. Brazelton Jane A. Hamm Kim E. Hangsleben Robert H. McCaleb Kay TidwellMargaret Stout Esther Lowrey ChapterSuzanne Marie Talbot Tavis Mission Canyon ChapterGuion Trau Taylor Anna M. RoystonRuth Thompson Leigh T. SchniperJune G. Troup Rita P. Horton Deedie M. Shadden Larry Ward Donald Tucker Joe TealJackson Tucker Virginia M. ThackerDr. Olan C. Tucker Susan Lynn AllenGrace & Howard VanAtta Josie A. McCamishAnna M. Wahl Rockford ChapterEdwina Walker Captain William Bibb ChapterDollye Ward Carolyn G. HanfPeggy Webster Light Horse Harry Lee ChapterRowdy & Minnie M. Whittaker Glenna F. Whittaker Shirley Whittaker-BurbaNeal Willmon Scott Pace

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Upcoming Events 201 7May 19 – Senior Awards Day

May 20 – Graduation

October 12 & 13 – Dedication Day EventsPlease visit www.kdsdar.org for details.

KATE DUNCAN SMITH DAR SCHOOL

20 1 7 Awards Day/Graduation CeremoniesThursday, Friday and Saturday, MAY 18-20

Schedule of EventsTHURSDAY, MAY 18

4:00 p.m. ASDAR Hospitality Room will open at the Hampton Inn – everyone is welcome.

6:00-8:00 p.m. Sunset Reception at Double Eagle Farms, Grant .....................................$10.00 Please join us for cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres at the home of Steve and

Polly Elkins. Transportation will be provided from the Hampton Inn. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.

FRIDAY, MAY 199:00 a.m. Honors and Awards Program, Burkey Center Gymnasium

12:30 p.m. Lunch, KDS Lunchroom ............................................................................$4.00

2:45 p.m. KDS Committee Meetings: Development, Middle School Library – Baylies-Estes Building Endowment, High School Library – Seimes-Thomas Building Program & Promotions, Classroom – Baylies-Estes Building

4:00 p.m. Board of Trustees Meeting, New York Reception Room, J.O. Baylies Bldg.

5:15 p.m. Hospitality Room, New York Meeting Room – Foyer of the Lunchroom

6:30 p.m. KDS Alumni Banquet, DAR Lunchroom ....................................................$20.00

SATURDAY, MAY 20

10:00 a.m. Graduation Ceremony, Burkey Center Gymnasium

11:30 a.m. Lunch, KDS Lunchroom ..............................................................complimentary

For a complete schedule and reservation form, visit www.kdsdar.org.

Location & DirectionsKate Duncan Smith DAR School is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, atop Gunter Mountain in the quaint, small town of Grant, Alabama. Located just 35 miles southeast of Huntsville, Grant is easily accessed by both U.S. Highway 72 and U.S. Highway 431.

From north Huntsville:Take U.S. Highway 72 east. Turn right on Jackson County Road 63/Marshall County Road 5/Cathedral Caverns Highway. As you top Gunter Mountain, the KDS Administrative Office will be located on your right.

From south Huntsville:Take U.S. Highway 431 south. Turn left on Marshall County Road 5/Cathedral Caverns Highway. Drive through the Town of Grant, and after going straight through the traffic light, the KDS Administrative Office will be located on your left.

From Guntersville:Take U.S. Highway 431 north. Turn right on Marshall County Road 5/Cathedral Caverns Highway. Drive through the Town of Grant, and after going straight through the traffic light, the KDS Administrative Office will be located on your left.

From Scottsboro:Take U.S. Highway 72 west. Turn left on Jackson County Road 63/Marshall County Road 5/Cathedral Caverns Highway. As you top Gunter Mountain, the KDS Administrative Office will be located on your right.