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A Message from the Board of Trustees Board of Trustees

Dear SRDS Families, Executive Committee
Mr. Wes Powell, President
Welcome to our Annual SRDS Gala, a spectacular evening Mrs. Kimberly Lawrie, Vice President
of celebration, connection, and generosity - all in support of our Mr. Scott Braen, Secretary

children’s journey of learning. Mr. Rosario Ruffino, Treasurer
This unforgettable night promises exquisite dining, exciting Mr. Bryan Hekemian ‘83, Officer
auction prizes, and plenty of time to dance the night away with
friends. Beyond the glamour and fun, your participation plays a Trustees

vital role in shaping the future of every student at SRDS. Mr. Jalaj Desai, Head of School
The Gala is our most important fundraising event of the year, Mr. Zakir Gaibi
Mr. Abraham Han
directly funding programs, innovation and initiatives that enrich Mr. Robert Regular
the academic and extracurricular experiences of our students. Mr. Jeffrey Rosenberg

Tonight you are part of something truly special - an evening Mr. Stephen Savas
of celebration, with great purpose. Give generously, bid Mr. Dale Smith
enthusiastically, and know that every contribution instills and fuels Mr. Daniel Sugar
our children’s love of learning. Dr. Kristen Walsh

Thank you for all that you do to support our SRDS
community. Looking forward to celebrating with you! Emeriti
Mr. William Cassidy III
Warm regards, Ms. Jackie Finestone ‘80
Mr. Lawrence C. Raia
Dr. Mary Clark Romney ‘67
*Mr. Lawrence Salameno
Mr. Robert Sivori
Wes Powell Mr. Stuart Steckler

Mr. Edward Tafaro
“Education is the engine, learning Founders
is the fuel, together, they power the *Mr. John & Mrs. Diane Alford
movement of humanity.”

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