A Student Council member operating the new, student-run popcorn machine.

In January 2011, fifteen Dar al-Rahman students established a student organization dedicated to supporting their school through school fundraisers and other important projects.  Three years later, their Student Council is flourishing as it expands its lunchtime snack shop to include a new and delectable treat: fresh-popped, delicious popcorn.

“For several years, we’ve sold chocolates, chips, juice, ice cream, and a range of other delicious snacks, all to raise money for future projects,” commented one Student Council member.  “Now, we’ve used that money to purchase a popcorn machine and make delicious, hot popcorn to help raise money for our school while providing a great snack for other students.” Continue reading →

On Saturday, February 2, the DAR Student Council welcomed its second president into her second term.   A brief inauguration ceremony was performed before the student body prior to the start of the school day.

The president’s first term ended in late January.  She handily won reelection to a second term on January 12.

Her reelection brought major changes into the leadership of the Student Council, which has not seen such major changes since the early 2011.  A new treasurer entered her office as the president prepared for her second term, and a new vice president assumed his position shortly thereafter.  The Council’s membership, meanwhile, has tripled in recent months, leading to a surge in student participation in school activities.

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On Saturday, January 12, students at Dar al-Rahman cast their ballots for president of the DAR Student Council.  On one side was a popular incumbent—on the other, a young, unexpected challenger.  For several weeks, they had competed for the prize: the yearlong presidency of the Student Council. Continue reading →

On January 12, the DAR Student Council will hold its second annual presidential election.  Candidates who wish to participate are required to sign up by January 5— a mere four days away.  For more information on signing up to participate, click here.

All students above the age of seven will be permitted to vote in the election, which has created excitement in recent weeks.  Many students have found the Council’s electoral process both energizing and informative:  “It’s really quite interesting,” said one student.  “Both candidates have gained support for their views.” Continue reading →

On Saturday, December 1, the DAR Student Council announced a change in the Student Council presidential election process.  In a brief address to several DAR classes, the election monitor announced that entry forms would no longer be needed for entry into the race.  Interested students, he said, need only inform him of their participation and satisfy a simple age requirement, and they will be permitted to participate.

Two candidates immediately informed him of their intent to participate.  One of those two is an incumbent seeking reelection; the other is a young student from Ms. Silvana’s class.  Candidates can still inform the monitor of their participation, but must do so by January 5 in order to be on the ballot. Continue reading →

The DAR Student Council has announced that entry forms may now be submitted to the election moderator.  Entry forms valid for the 2013 DARSC presidential election must be submitted on or prior to November 24.

Candidates must submit entry forms satisfying all criteria outlined in Section B of this document.  All deadlines have been delayed by two months.

The DARSC election will be held on January 12.  Results will be announced on this website shortly after all votes are cast.