BASH Gala 40th Anniversary of BASH
MARCH 8, 2025 6:30 PM
PGA NATIONAL RESORT & SPA
400 AVENUE OF THE CHAMPIONS, PALM BEACH GARDENS Gala Co-Chairs
David and Kaitlyn Axelrod
Justin ‘02 and Cynthia Roemer Honorary Chairs
Susy Benjamin ‘87 and Greg Fagan
Call From The Heart
Anchored in a traditional education that develops the whole child, The Benjamin School also believes in bringing new and distinctive elements to our curriculum. This year’s BASH “Call From The Heart” will support innovative programs that will impact every child and greatly enhance the student experience across all three divisions.
Lower School: Play Area Enhancements
As we prioritize more play-based learning for our youngest Buccaneers, we are enhancing our play areas to support this initiative. These new sensory play additions will foster team building and problem solving. Among the new items being considered: a Rockwell Teeter Quad (a re-imagined seesaw with elements of a spring bouncer), a Ten Spin (that allows up to ten children to play together), and a Momentum Corridor (a unique rolling table experience). To promote more outdoor exploration some areas will be enhanced with outdoor seating, artificial turf and extra shade protection.
Middle School: Drone Program
A new middle school program is taking to the skies and elevating our STEM curriculum to new heights! Students will be using a fleet of sixteen new drones controlled by VR headsets and powered by special iPhones. Using these high-end headsets, students will be able to immersively view the drones and code them.
Upper School: Anatomage Table
The Upper School is proud to announce the planned addition of an Anatomage Table to its curriculum. Used predominantly in higher education research settings, the 6-foot-long table’s software features fully segmented cadavers in 3D, enabling an in-depth study of all eleven body systems. As the world’s most advanced, real-human-based medical platform, this tool allows students to observe physiological motions and processes in real time, far surpassing the traditional limitations of static cadaver studies. This immersive learning experience will allow students to dive deep into real-world healthcare scenarios and prepare them for college and beyond.
Innovative Program Fund
Any additional funds will be placed in a restricted account that would be used for innovative program ideas that may come from any of the three divisions.
40th Anniversary of BASH
-Gold-
Alyssa’s Bakery - Bidder Paddles
Joe and Stephanie Marinucci
Justin ‘02 and Cynthia Roemer
-Silver-
The Arroyo Family, Grade 9- Dance Floor • David and Kaitlyn Axelrod
Scott and Jory Bailey- Live Auction • Susy Benjamin ‘87 and Greg Fagan
Mae Ferguson Sotheby’s International Realty- Swag Bags
Grayson and April Jenkins- Valet • Sierra and Darren Lowe
Saahil and Heather Mahajan • Dr. Matthew ‘02 and Cara McAlees
Mr. and Mrs. Jack W. Nicklaus • Sutter & Nugent
Steve and Brie Oliveira • Palmdale Oil Company and The Doremus Family
Saluda Grade-Ryan Craft ‘02 • Tom and Kristie Zaccagnino
-Bronze-
Ivette and Brett Barner ‘92
Guru and Chris Bandekar
C. Nicklausstarling - Band
Joseph and Rachel Carvalho
Edward Jones-Paul and Carrie Combes - Bar
Comiter Singer - Bar
Zak and Katie Cutler - Sweet Send-Off
deFabrique Aesthetic Dentistry - Signature Drink
The Dunning Family
The Farley Family
Ian and Kelly Foster
Gaston and Andrea Franceschi
The Gillespie Family
The Goin Family
Rob and Kimberly Gimson - Bar
Mark and Jaclyn Goode
Good Greek Moving and Storage
Matt and Allie Hayes
Andy and Liz Hicks
Chris and Meghan Hurley
Matthew and Joanna Lepore
Jess McGillicuddy Photography
The McCarty Family
Ryan and Marissa McGovern
Marsh McLennan Agency
Palms Wellington Surgical CenterMontijo Family - Mobile Bidding Site
Moya Photography
Northern Trust
Nishant and Rina Patel
PwC-Sasha Klein and Family
Christine Daley, Lawrence and Rafael Reger
Andrew and Michelle Reutter
Carter and Lindsey Roehl-Palm Beach Chefs
Jeremy and Paige Seabridge - Escort Cards
Christian and Debbie Searcy - Bar
Seminole Reef Grill - Bar
Anchal, Sophia and Parag Shah
Paul and Kate Spencer
Chase and Jayme Spetter
Matthew and Heather Stohlman
View the Stellar Live, Premier Online, and Silent Auction items at WWW.BIDPAL.NET/BASH2025
Online bidding for Premier Online and Silent Auction items opens on Friday February 28 at 11:00 AM and closes on Saturday, March 8 at 8:00 PM
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Chance Drawing
Attendees may purchase Chance Drawing tickets the evening of BASH or Online at Bidpal.net/bash2025 Need not be present to win.
We look forward to celebrating all the ways that
