The Messenger - Special Gala Edition - 1.8.17

THE MESSENGER SPECIAL GALA EDITION | January 8, 2017 501auctions.com/staopcs

EVENT DETAILS Friday, April 13th, 2018 St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School Chairs: Ana & Hal Brumfield | Gloria & Jose Ramirez Cocktail Attire Catered by:

THE NIGHT’S PROGRAM: 6:00—7:00 p.m. Pre–Party (Sponsors & Paduan Patrons only) - Open Bar & Casino Games!

7:00 p.m.

Guest Check-In Begins

7:00—9:00 p.m. Casino games, silent auction, big board, photos, wine pull, cash bar and dinner 9:00 p.m.

Champagne toast and dessert Awards Presentation Live Auction featuring renowned auctioneer David Ackel Dancing will begin after conclusion of live auction

11:00 p.m.

Silent auction closes

INDIVIDUAL TICKETS: $150 PADUAN PATRONS: $500 Paduan Patrons receive:  Two reserved seats at the Gala  Invitation to Gala pre-party  Recognition on Gala website and sponsor page of the auction catalog  Specially-designed gift  $2,000 for casino games!

PURCHASE TICKETS AT 501AUCTIONS.COM/STAOPCS.

BECOME A SPONSOR! St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School is unable to sustain our school’s programs without the considerable assistance of our community. We hope that you will consider becoming a sponsor at our 17th Annual Gala and that you will find a lot of value in your sponsorship investment—all to help our students!

For your convenience, sponsorship commitments may be made online! Please don’t hesitate to contact Katie Tressel at advancement@staopcs.org or 281.296.0300, if you have any questions.

 One table of ten at the Gala  Two tables of ten with premiere seating  Invitation to the Gala pre-party  Forty drink tickets for cash bar portion of evening  Full-page ad/dedication in the auction program  Two social media posts  Clickable logo on the event website  Premiere sponsorship of gala website (501Auctions)  Premiere recognition and logo in the St. Anthony of

Padua church bulletin

 Invitation to the Gala pre-party  Ten drink tickets for cash bar portion of evening  Quarter-page ad/dedication in the auction program  Recognition on the sponsor page of event website  Recognition in the St. Anthony of Padua church bulletin  Recognition on the sponsor page of the auction catalog  Recognition in the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School Annual Report  $20,000 in fun money for casino games!

 Premiere recognition and logo on the sponsor page of

the auction catalog  Premiere recognition in the St. Anthony of Padua

Catholic School Annual Report  $80,000 in fun money for casino games!

 Signage on one of two bars at the event  Recognition on the event website  Recognition on the sponsor page of the auction program  Recognition in the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School Annual Report

 One table of ten with premiere seating  Invitation to the Gala pre-party  Twenty drink tickets for cash bar portion of evening  Half-page ad/dedication in the auction program  One social media post  Sponsorship of gala website (501Auctions)  Recognition and logo in the St. Anthony of Padua church bulletin

 Signage on a casino gaming table  Recognition on the event website  Recognition on the sponsor page of the auction program  Recognition in the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School Annual Report

 Recognition and logo on the sponsor page of the auction catalog  Recognition in the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School Annual Report  $40,000 in fun money for casino games!

BECOME A SPONSOR AT: 501AUCTIONS.COM/STAOPCS

DONATE AN AUCTION ITEM Our Gala Committee is hard at work looking for the most desirable items out there, and we would love your help! If you have an item or service to donate, please fill out the donation form on the Gala website.

Perhaps you have a vacation home to offer or tickets to the theater or a sporting event; these are always popular items. Or you can collaborate with other families and put together a big-ticket item, such as a trip, a painting class for girlfriends, use your imagination!

Donations should be submitted no later than March 23rd to ensure inclusion in the silent auction and proper recognition for your generosity.

Silent Auction Gift Registry Need an idea something to donate? Our Gala Committee has picked out some "Wish List" items. Click here to visit our Amazon Registry and start shopping!

Items purchased through the Registry can be sent directly to the school for your convenience.

For any questions about the registry or an item you would like to donate please don’t hesitate to contact us at advancement@staopcs.org.

GALA PARTIES & SOCIALS WHAT ARE GALA PARTIES & SOCIALS? Gala parties and socials are hosted by STAOPCS families or staff for STAOPCS families and can be adultor child-centered—and most importantly, FUN! The host covers the cost and plans the party. Proceeds are then contributed to the school!

WHAT ARE THE GALA PARTIES & SOCIALS THIS YEAR? We have included all available descriptions of sign-up parties that are open for registration. It is possible that more can and will be added so check the website often for new additions!

HOW DO I PURCHASE A SPACE FOR A SIGN-UP PARTY? Visit the Gala website at 501auctions.com/staopcs and click Parties & Socials to purchase your spots!

Current parties and socials are open for purchase today, January 8, 2018.

INTERESTED IN HOSTING A PARTY OR SOCIAL FOR THIS YEAR’S GALA? Contact Andrea De Aguirre at deaguirreestrada@gmail.com as soon as possible!

GALA PARTIES & SOCIALS 8TH GRADERS: TEXAS HOLD 'EM POKER PARTY Description: Ante up for a full house of poker faces and live hands! All players are welcome. We can teach a rookie how to play or give a shark some solid competition. Don’t forget your sunglasses…you don’t want anyone to call your bluff!

Date (Time): Tuesday, February 13, 2018 (3:45 - 5:00pm) Cost: $50 per student Restrictions: Offered for 20 students currently enrolled in 8th grade at STAOPCS Hosted by: Ms. Parks & Mr. Cayanan 7TH GRADERS: TEXAS HOLD 'EM POKER PARTY Description: Ante up for a full house of poker faces and live hands! All players are welcome. We can teach a rookie how to play or give a shark some solid competition. Don’t forget your sunglasses…you don’t want anyone to call your bluff!

Date (Time): Tuesday, February 13, 2018 (3:45 - 5:00pm) Cost: $50 per student Restrictions: Offered for 20 students currently enrolled in 7th grade at STAOPCS Hosted by: Mrs. Sturgeon & Mrs. Turner 6TH GRADERS: TEXAS HOLD 'EM POKER PARTY Description: Ante up for a full house of poker faces and live hands! All players are welcome. We can teach a rookie how to play or give a shark some solid competition. Don’t forget your sunglasses…you don’t want anyone to call your bluff!

Date (Time): Tuesday, February 13, 2018 (3:45 - 5:00pm) Cost: $50 per student Restrictions: Offered for 20 students currently enrolled in 6th grade at STAOPCS Hosted by: Mrs. Gregory & Mr. Barnes 5TH GRADERS: PETTING ZOO AND PIZZA PARTY Rabbits and chickens and goats, oh my! This unique petting zoo experience is one you don't want to miss. Everyone will have a chance to ride Chester (horse) and visit with Cocoa (donkey). Pizza will be served, so come hungry!

Date (Time): Sunday, February 18, 2018 (3:00 - 5:00pm) Cost: $75 per student Restrictions: Offered for 50 students currently enrolled in 5th grade at STAOPCS Hosted by: Ms. Graff & Mrs. Naeher 4TH—8TH GRADERS: PIZZA AND ICE CREAM SUNDAE BAR WITH THE PRINCIPALS The Administrative Office Suite will be transformed into a quaint Italian pizzeria for twelve lucky 4th 8th grade students when they are “sent to the principal’s office” this April. Enjoy pizza and ice cream sundaes served by Mrs. Nunez, Mrs. Leddy and Mrs. Shamas! They promise your experience will be a memorable one.

Date (Time): Friday, April 21, 2017 (12:00 – 12:45pm) Cost: $75 per student Restrictions: Offered for 12 students currently enrolled in 4th—8th grade at STAOPCS Hosted by: Mrs. Nunez, Mrs. Leddy & Mrs. Shamas

PURCHASE PARTIES & SOCIALS AT: 501AUCTIONS.COM/STAOPCS

GALA PARTIES & SOCIALS 4TH—8TH GRADERS: PADUAN PALETTE PAINTING PARTY Make plans now to attend the Paduan Palette Painting party. Each student will take home a canvas that they have painted with guidance from the master artist herself, Mrs. Ettman. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Date (Time): Thursday, February 15, 2018 (4:00 - 6:00pm) Cost: $75 per student Restrictions: Offered for 12 students currently enrolled in 4th through 8th grade at STAOPCS Hosted by: Ms. Domingo, Mrs. Ettman & Ms. Wogan 2ND—4TH GRADERS: AMERICAN GIRL YOGA PARTY Bring your American Girl doll (or any other favorite doll) to this very special Yoga Party! We'll have a fun time making yoga crafts for our dolls, having snacks & beverages, and learning some yoga moves to do with our dolls! This will be a super fun time they'll always remember!

Date (Time): Tuesday, March 6, 2018 (4:00 – 5:30pm) Cost: $50 per student Restrictions: Offered for 12 students currently enrolled in 2nd through 4th grade at STAOPCS. Hosted by: Mrs. Martin & Mrs. Tressel MRS. GLANVILLE: 3RD GRADE ICE CREAM SUNDAE/BOARD GAME PARTY Join Mrs. Glanville for a special treat and some games after school. You are invited to bring your favorite board game and join your teacher in the classroom where you will be treated to an ice cream sundae and a fun time. Each student will take home an ice cream bowl and a picture of their special experience.

Date (Time): Monday, March 5, 2018 (3:15 – 4:30pm) Cost: $50 per student Restrictions: Open to 12 students currently enrolled in Mrs. Glanville’s 3rd grade class at STAOPCS Hosted by: Mrs. Glanville MRS. LOYO: 3RD GRADE ICE CREAM SUNDAE/BOARD GAME PARTY Join Mrs. Loyo for a special treat and some games after school. You are invited to bring your favorite board game and join your teacher in the classroom where you will be treated to an ice cream sundae and a fun time. Each student will take home an ice cream bowl and a picture of their special experience.

Date (Time): Monday, March 5, 2018 (3:15 – 4:30pm) Cost: $50 per student Restrictions: Open to 12 students currently enrolled in Mrs. Loyo’s 3rd grade class at STAOPCS Hosted by: Mrs. Loyo 2ND GRADERS: PICNIC WITH FATHER TOM Don’t miss this special opportunity for our most recent Communicants to have an picnic lunch with Father Tom and learn more about his favorite things!

Date (Time): Friday, May 18, 2018 (during 2nd grade lunchtime) Cost: $75 per student Restrictions: Offered for 20 students currently enrolled in 2nd grade at STAOPCS. Hosted by: Father Tom Sponsored by: Kristin Lorenzetti

PURCHASE PARTIES & SOCIALS AT: 501AUCTIONS.COM/STAOPCS

GALA PARTIES & SOCIALS 2ND GRADERS: PUZZLES AND PIZZA SOCIAL LUCKY YOU! Join in the fun as our 2nd Grade teachers host a “PIZZA and PUZZLES Party”! We will begin by creating teams chosen through a “Holy Spirit Draw” to compete in puzzle races. Teams will work together to put together a mystery puzzle in record speed! Each team will rotate through piecing together 4 different puzzles. Winners will receive a LUCKY prize! After all that brainwork, friends will share pizza, pop, and a perfectly delicious cookie. READY, SET, GO! Calling all 2nd grade LUCKY HEARTS!!

Date (Time): Thursday, February 15th, 2018 (3:45 - 5:00 pm) Cost: $50 per student Restrictions: Offered for 16 students currently enrolled in 2nd grade at STAOPCS Hosted by: Mrs. Abib and Mrs. Doyle 1ST GRADERS: JEDI KNIGHT/PRINCESS LEIA PARTY Mrs. Birsinger and Mrs. Larkin are seeking brave 1st grade Jedi Knights/Princess Leias to join us on a quest in a galaxy far, far away. Will the force be with you? Or will you turn to the dark side?

Date (Time): Friday, February 23, 2018 (4:30 – 5:30 pm) Cost: $75 per student Restrictions: Open to 20 students currently enrolled in Mrs. Birsinger's or Mrs. Larkin’s 1st grade class at STAOPCS Hosted by: Mrs. Birsinger and Mrs. Larkin KINDERGARTEN: DRIVE—IN MOVIE PARTY Join your teachers for an old fashioned drive-in movie. Students will be invited to bring a blanket and pajamas to movie time. The movie will be shown in the AMR, with each participant getting their very own car to sit in while enjoying the movie. Popcorn and candy will be served.

Date (Time): TBD Cost: $75 per student Restrictions: Open to 20 students currently enrolled in Mrs. Smith's or Ms. Golden's Kindergarten class at STAOPCS Hosted by: Mrs. Golden, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Dueitt and Mrs. Osman PRE-K3 & PRE-K4: MAIN EVENT BOWLING PARTY More information to come.

Date (Time): TBD Cost: $75 per student Restrictions: Offered for 24 students currently enrolled in Pre-K3 or Pre-K4 at STAOPCS Hosted by: Mrs. Foy, Mrs. Rodriguez, Mrs. Dalton, Mrs. Tamez, Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Bierbaum PRE-K3-2ND: MUSICAL AND MUNCHIES—MRS. SURKEIN Join Mrs. Surkein for snacks and a movie after school!

Date (Time): Friday, March 23, 2018 (3:15 – 5:00 pm) Cost: $50 per student Restrictions: Open to 10 students currently enrolled in Pre-K3 - 2nd grade at STAOPCS Hosted By: Mrs. Surkein

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GALA PARTIES & SOCIALS KINDERGARTEN—3RD GRADE: PIZZA AND ICE CREAM SUNDAE BAR WITH THE PRINCIPALS The Administrative Office Suite will be transformed into a quaint Italian pizzeria for twelve lucky 4th 8th grade students when they are “sent to the principal’s office” this April. Enjoy pizza and ice cream sundaes served by Mrs. Nunez and Mrs. Leddy! They promise your experience will be a memorable one.

Date (Time): Friday, April 21, 2017 (11 – 11:45pm) Cost: $75 per student Restrictions: Offered for 12 students currently enrolled in Kindergarten—3rd grade at STAOPCS Hosted by: Mrs. Nunez & Mrs. Leddy ALL GRADES: SCHOOL—WIDE TALENT SHOW Come and experience an exciting evening of amazing student talent! Prizes will be awarded for best acts as determined by audience judging.

Date (Time): Thursday, April 19, 2018 (7:00 – 9:00 pm) Cost: $50 per act Restrictions: Open to 20 acts comprised of currently enrolled STAOPCS students.

Hosted by: Ms. Broussard, Ms. Curtin, Mrs. Failde, Mrs. Fishman, Mrs. Koett, Mrs. Leslie, Mr. Mattern, Mrs. Morris, Mrs. O’Connor, Mrs. Pavlock, Coach Quickel, Ms. Ruff, Mr. Scale, Mrs. Surkein & Mrs. Wunch LADIES CAJUN NIGHT Lassez les bon temp roulez! Join us for a Ladies Louisiana Saturday Night. It will be a night of Cajun food and drinks!

Date (Time): TBD Cost: $100 per attendee Restrictions: Open to 12 Moms/Grandmas of currently enrolled STAOPCS students Hosted by: Mrs. Abby Beatty TEQUILA TASTING AND KARAOKE COUPLES PARTY Come and enjoy a wonderful and fun evening full of music, tequila and a delicious dinner. Where you can be a pop or rock star singing your best tunes after warming up your vocal chords sipping the best and hard to find tequilas. You can’t miss this party is going to be one to remember!!

Date (Time): TBD Cost: $200 per couple Hosted by: Mr. and Mrs. Miguel Otero Restrictions: Offered to six (6) couples whose children/grandchildren are currently enrolled at STAOPCS MIMSLOW BEER AND BARBECUE We are bringing it back old school and doing what we do best: welcoming our friends into the comfort of our home for food and relaxation because “when you have more than you need, build a longer table, not a higher fence”. We look forward to sharing a meal with you!

Date (Time): Saturday, April 28, 2018 (TBD) Cost: $100 per person Hosted by: Courtnie & Kevin Mims, Ashlie & Harry Winslow, Kate Mims Restrictions: Offered for 20 adults.

PURCHASE PARTIES & SOCIALS AT: 501AUCTIONS.COM/STAOPCS

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES & TIMELINE

VOLUNTEERING: The Gala Committee is looking for help with securing sponsors & donations, advertising sales, and hosting sign-up parties. If you would like to help please contact advancement@staopcs.org.

As the Gala approaches there will also be volunteer opportunities for help with set-up, clean-up, and event assistance. Be on the look-out for future communication about these opportunities.

WHAT’S HAPPENING WHEN: January 8 | Special Gala Edition of The Messenger January 8 | Socials & Parties launched!

February 5 | Special Gala Edition of The Messenger March 5 | Special Gala Edition of The Messenger March 5—23 | Teacher offerings open for online bidding March 23 | Last day to submit auction donations or sponsorships April 3 | Special Gala Edition of The Messenger April 3 | Silent auction opens for online bidding April 13 | Lucky Hearts Gala 2018 Thank you for your continued support of our students and our school!