Adams County Christian third, fourth and fifth graders throw their hats in the air while performing in the musical “Hats” during Grandparents Day at ACCS Tuesday. (Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)

The crowd watches the performance Tuesday. (Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)

Eli Donald, 9, talks with his grandmother, Rachel Murray, while waiting in line to attend a book sale at the Adams County Christian School library during Grandparents Day at ACCS. (Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)

ACCS kindergartners Justice Crum and Karli Fakes, talk before performing with their classmates. (Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)

Area students excelled in the state Daughters of the American Revolution essay contest. At left, WCCA’s Andrew Sessions sits with his teacher Alicia Randall. At center, Cathedral’s Ashley Coleman stands with her teacher Allyson Elliot. At right, Cathedral’s Maggie Waddill stands with her teacher Tori Webber. (Christian Coffman | The Natchez Democrat)

Cathedral High School’s Emma Hogue serves the ball as teammate Marty Lewis awaits for a return shot.(Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)

Delta Charter’s Emily Smith serves the ball Tuesday against Cathedral as teammate Heather Tillman looks on. (Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)

Cathedral’s Emma Hogue serves the ball Tuesday against Delta Charter School in Vidalia. (Nicole Hester | The Natchez Democrat)