The Occasion: A record-breaking 550 parents, supporters, friends, and educators attended The Cove School’s annual gala, Soaring to New Heights, which featured cocktails, auction, dinner, and dancing to Spoken Four.
The VIPs: Lisa Flanagan of Winnetka and Betsey Crosswhite of Wilmette served as the event’s co-chairs, Maureen Klatt of Lake Forest served as the auction chair, Cynthia Mondi of Winnetka served as the sponsorship chair, and Carol Finnegan was presented with the Prism Award for her outstanding work and commitment to the school.
The Final Tally: More than $400,000 was raised at the event, which kicked off The Cove School’s 65th anniversary year. coveschool.org
Photography by Brenna Sullivan