Who: Middle School of the Arts Foundation
What: Second Annual Save the Arts Gala
Where: Harriet Himmel Theater | CityPlace
When: Friday, February 5, 2016
Why: To Raise Funds for Arts Education at Bak Middle School of the Arts
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West Palm Beach, FL. Over $50,000 was raised as 125 guests enjoyed an evening of dining, dancing, student performances and a silent auction at the Middle School of the Arts Foundation Second Annual Save the Arts Gala held February 5th at the Harriet Himmel Theatre in CityPlace. The funds will be used toward the Foundation’s mission of developing permanent resources to ensure world-class standards of excellence in arts and academics at Bak Middle School of the Arts, a public school serving all of Palm Beach County.
“Entertainment by student performers representing each of Bak’s eight art areas including Band, Communications, Dance, Piano, Strings, Theatre, Visual Arts and Vocals, highlighted the evening” stated Francine Mantyh, Board Chair. The evening was organized by a dynamic volunteer committee led by Sarah Benitz and Alice Randolph. Financial support for the event came from over 20 sponsors including Gold Sponsors Hartman Windows & Doors and Silver Sponsors Benitz Building, LLC., 1050 Commercial Architectural Woodworking, John C. Cassidy Air Conditioning, EMS Attorneys at Law, ASD Surfaces; A Francois & Co. Company, Absolute Hardwood Flooring and Stuart & Allison Haft, as well as numerous Bronze Sponsors.
Since its inception, the MSOA Foundation has provided nearly two million dollars to assist in the funding of Artists in Residence, Consultants, Guest Artists, specialized instruments, supplies and equipment for Bak Middle School of the Arts. The Foundation’s purpose is to identify and secure means to meet needs beyond those that can be funded by the Palm Beach County School District. Serving over 1,360 students, the Foundation provides funding and volunteer support for Bak’s efforts to promote and expand diversity, improve achievement and focus on a unique arts curriculum.
For additional information please contact Susy Diaz, Executive Director of the Middle School of the Arts Foundation at 561.882.3828.