Let's go all in for Portledge School!
We are excited to announce that the annual Portledge Gala will be held on Thursday, March 12, at the elegant Garden City Hotel — this year.

Get ready for an evening filled with fun, excitement, and the chance to try your luck at a variety of casino games, all in support of our wonderful community.

This special event is the perfect opportunity for our vibrant network of supporters to come together and make a meaningful impact on our students’ lives. Each year, the funds raised at the Portledge Gala help strengthen our school community by supporting vital initiatives throughout the year, benefiting our children’s education and development.

Your participation and generosity reinforce our shared confidence in the Portledge experience. There are countless ways to get involved and make a difference! We welcome exciting auction items and unique experiences, invite you to attend the lively event, or consider showcasing your support with a journal ad.

Together, we can empower our students and celebrate the bright future we are shaping—thank you for being an essential part of this special occasion!

Join us for a night of glamorous gaming, engaging social moments, and giving back. Your support will directly enhance our educational programs, help retain and recruit talented faculty, attract diverse and exceptional students, and provide essential resources that enable us to adapt and grow.

Together, we can make this Raising the Stakes Gala an unforgettable evening and a powerful catalyst for positive change. We hope you will join us in supporting the kids and investing in their bright futures!

Best,
Mona Sanveren
Cole ‘26 

Highlights from last year's Gala

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  • Gala Committee

    Mona Sanveren - Chair
    Marie Bahnik
    Michèle Bahnik-Mercier
    Lindsey Barnett
    Heather Baynon
    Beth Blake Day
    Daniella Calonita
    Jessica Chitty
    Franki Doshi
    Jill Drucker
    Denise Faltischek
    Jami Friedman
    Gina Heaphy
    Vera Jain
    Christine Kasper
    Kim Leonard
    Amy Littman
    Nadia Markovic
    Tiffany Palagonia
    Dana Plunkett
    Lauren Raddock
    Sherry Srivastava
    Dr. Avni Thakore
    Tiffany Terranova
    Emily Wachtel
    Meredith Wachter
    Michelle Wilson
    Despina Yarian
    Akina Zhong
    Lucy Zhou
    Maria Zografos

Contacts

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    Tara Askeland 

    Portledge School
    Director of Development
    (516) 750-3205
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    Rachel Chanenchuk 

    Portledge School
    Development and Events Manager
    (516) 750-3220
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