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St. Patrick Catholic School: Green & Gold Gala

Experience the Magic of a Community Coming Together!

Join us for an exciting evening dedicated to transforming our children's lives; our annual Gala, benefiting each and every one of our children. Step onto our sparkling campus and immerse yourself in an unforgettable night under the twinkling stars.

Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Arrival: 5:30 PM
Venue: St. Patrick Catholic School
Dress: California Cocktail Attire
Who: Adult Only Evening (21+ Only)

Bid generously in our auction featuring exclusive items and experiences. Every contribution will directly benefit the education and future of each of our children, ensuring they have the tools they need to successful.

Your support enables us to provide education, resources, and opportunities that empower our children to reach their full potential and offsets the cost of their education allowing a Catholic education be affordable to more families.

Together, let's make dreams sparkle and futures shine.

See you under the stars!

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Annual Green & Gold Gala 2025

5:30PM - 7:00PM

Arrival

Cocktails & Passed Hors d'Oeuvres

Silent Auction Items on Display

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Welcome & Prayer

Dinner

Heads & Tails

Raffle

Live Auction

Fund An Item

9:00PM - 11:00PM

Dancing

11:00PM

Green & Gold Gala Concludes

Annual Green & Gold Gala Dinner

Tray Passed Hors D'oeuvres

Crab Cakes

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes,

Griddled & Topped with Lemon Dill Aioli

Chicken & Waffles

Fried Chicken Tenders Over Mini Waffle Bites

with Butter & Maple Syrup

Ginger Ahi Bites

Seared Ahi On A Wonton Crisp

With Cucumber, Pickled Ginger, Wasabi Aioli And Sprouts

Buffet Dinner

Fall Fruit Salad

Mixed Greens, Apples, Glazed Walnuts,

Gorgonzola Cheese (served on the side), White Balsamic Dressing

Jack Daniels Flank Steak Carving Station
Flank Steak Marinated with Jack Daniels, Brown Sugar, Soy Sauce

Oven Roasted Turkey Breast Carving Station

Roasted Red Potatoes

Trimmed Green Beans
With Butter, Lemon, Garlic & Almonds

The Dessert Bar

Mini Deluxe Cupcakes
Southern Red Velvet ~ Decadent Chocolate ~ Lemon

A Letter From Our Principal

Dear Friends of St. Patrick Catholic School,

Thank you for your continued support of St. Patrick Catholic School. Because of the incredible success of last year's Green and Gold Gala and Auction, we were able to complete some major campus improvements that are already blessing our students every day.

As a direct result of your generosity, we built our new playground during the summer of 2024, providing our students with a safe and joyful space to play and grow. This past summer, we also resurfaced and repainted our "blue top," giving new life to one of the most popular and well-used areas of our campus. In addition, your support has allowed us to add stadium seating, bottle filling stations, enhancements to campus security, a shade structure and make numerous other enhancements that continue to enrich the student experience.

These improvements are more than upgrades-they are a testament to the power of community and our shared commitment to the mission of St. Patrick Catholic School: to foster a community where students grow in faith and knowledge in order to bring Christ's light to the world.

We are so grateful for your gifts of time, talent, and treasure. The school we enjoy today is the fruit of your generosity, and now we look forward to building an even stronger future-together.

Please mark your calendars for this year's Green and Gold Gala and Auction on October 11, 2025. It promises to be another joyful evening in celebration of our mission and our amazing community. Whether you attend, volunteer, donate, or participate from home, please know that your support truly makes a lasting difference.

Thank you for being the light!

With heartfelt gratitude,
Brian Sestito
Principal

A Letter From Our Pastor

Dear School Families,
Blessings to you all!

I am delighted to finally take a moment to introduce myself. It has been just over two weeks
since my arrival, and these first days have been a beautiful whirlwind. One of the great joys of
my priesthood has always been serving in Catholic education. I was blessed to be formed in
Catholic schools myself - the Salesians guided me until high school - and I have experienced
the fruits of that formation many times over.

Here at St. Patrick, I already see the beauty of what our school offers. My time as chaplain at St.
James Academy in Solana Beach taught me how deeply Catholic education can shape not just
minds, but hearts. It is a gift to be part of this community where faith and learning grow together.
With that in mind, I am thrilled to invite you to our Annual Auction benefiting St. Patrick
Catholic School! This special evening is more than just a fundraiser - it is a joyful celebration
of our school family.

Why Your Participation Matters

Building Community: Your presence strengthens the bonds that make St. Patrick's such
a welcoming and faith-filled place.
Enriching Student Life: The funds we raise will go directly toward enhancing our
students' education and experiences.
Keeping Catholic Education Accessible: Your generosity helps us continue offering
excellent education while keeping tuition affordable for families.
What You Can Expect
An evening filled with joy, laughter, and fellowship.
Opportunities to bid on unique items and experiences - including a dinner with the
Pastor!
The chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.

Your support means so much. Whether you come to enjoy the evening, win an auction item, or
simply be part of the celebration, every contribution matters and blesses our school community.
I cannot wait to see you there - let's make this a night to remember!