The St. Andrew Previous Ladies Affiliation Florida Chapter marked its thirty fifth anniversary with a spirited fundraiser celebration, “La Fete Dubonnet,” at Island Time in Davie, Florida, on October 26, 2024.
Alumni and supporters from throughout the U.S. gathered in “denim and dazzle” apparel for the occasion, which channeled the festive ambiance of Jamaican college fêtes and celebrated the legacy of St. Andrew Excessive Faculty.
The night featured South Florida DJs Radcliffe and Squeeze of FeteDaze I-Radio, together with a particular efficiency by Wayne Armond, previously of the reggae band Chalice, who handled practically 500 attendees to a nostalgic musical set. With meals catered by SIZZLE, spicy shrimp from Rockin Robin, and a energetic money bar, the occasion provided a style of Jamaica whereas alumni proudly waved their home flags, competed for prizes, and loved raffles and giveaways.
In attendance was St. Andrew’s Principal, Keeva Ingram, who traveled from Jamaica to point out her help, together with different alumni from the Jamaican chapter and members from the Georgia chapter. Representatives from Jamaica School Alumni Affiliation—St. Andrew’s brother college—added their help to the occasion’s organizing crew.
Andrea Fletcher, founding father of the Florida chapter, joined previous presidents in expressing satisfaction on the chapter’s progress and applauded present president Michelle Penn and the fête committee for delivering a standout occasion. Occasion promotion chief Karene Cardenas obtained particular recognition for her excellent efforts, together with an award for essentially the most tickets bought. Main sponsors, together with Greenberg Traurig Worldwide Legislation Agency, Automotive Administration Companies Inc., and Halfway Specialty Care Heart, have been credited alongside quite a few supporters whose contributions ensured the night’s success.
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Proceeds from the occasion, which met its fundraising purpose, will likely be directed towards upkeep and updates for the college’s pupil hostel and different important initiatives recognized by the college. The chapter’s milestone celebration not solely marked 35 years of service however underscored a shiny future for St. Andrew Excessive Faculty with ongoing alumni help.
With the occasion’s success, October 26 may change into generally known as St. Andrew’s Alumni Day!
