What
is the Auction all about?
The
Auction is the largest annual fundraiser for the school, and provides
additional financial support to offset expenses, keeping tuition affordable for
all families. Proceeds also directly benefit students by funding an identified
item meant to enhance the learning environment.
Who
is invited to the Auction?
Any
adult, grandparents, god parents, parishioners, clergy, teachers,
administrators, community members wanting to support St. Hedwig School. Sorry no kids and no childcare available.
Can I Bring Friends?
Of course!! Anyone over the age of 18 is invited to attend as a guest
What
happens at the auction?
From
the time the doors open, guests are invited to bid on a variety of silent
auction items while enjoying beverages and appetizers at a no-host bar. When
the silent auction is over, doors open, the band will play the first set, then we will have a Live Auction for amazing items.
What Type of Auction Items Are for Sale ?
The hottest selling items at the auction are usually our teachers gifts and special priceless items such as homework passes, limo rides to In N Out with a teacher, PE Teacher for the Day, special class artwork, pajama parties.
We also have amazing experiences such as tickets to USC games, vacation home rentals, sports memorabilia, local services such as car washes, dance lessons and gift certificates to restaurants. There is something for everyone, in every price range.
What
is Family Donation week?
In
order to support the auction we ask that all families to donate something of
value to the auction to be sold. It could be sporting tickets, family events,
use of vacation homes - one year we even
had a puppy. Some families choose to team together for an experience. Gift
cards and gifts of cash are also welcome to help us round out items donated.
**Family donations are not
part of classroom donations organized by our amazing room moms**
What
if I can’t attend the auction?
We
understand that not everyone will be able to attend. However you can purchase
raffle tickets or sponsor a teacher , you can also make a direct donation
through our registration website.
What
do I wear?
Dust off that 80's promo dress if it still fits. We highly encourage shoulder pads, mullets and neon. Of course it's up to you. Be yourself and wear what you like, the point is to support our school