Tartan Scenes: Spring 2023
PTF Forever Plaid: All Hallows’ Evening
More than 400 members of the St. Margaret’s community came together for a spooky spectacle in support of the school in October, as parents, professional community, Trustees and alumni came to AV Irvine or the 2022 Forever Plaid: All Hallows’ Evening.
It was the first in-person Forever Plaid all-school fundraiser since 2019, and the energy and excitement was noticeable as attendees came together for a night of dinner, dancing and generous support of St. Margaret’s. In the spotlight was this year’s Fund A Need, a relaunch of the Student Commons project which aligns with the school-wide focus on community and student health and wellness. By the end of the night, more than $1 million had been raised in support of the initiative.
PTF Parent Up Speaker Series
St. Margaret’s PTF Parent Up Speaker Series pursued the theme of the “Helping Young People Thrive” in 2022-2023. The first speaker in the lineup was Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, who shared enlightening brain and attachment research to share how parents can best make a difference in the lives of children.
The second speaker was Dr. Nii Addy, who explored the science behind self-care and gave tips to support ourselves as we take on life’s numerous tasks.
PTF Tartan Family Fun Zone
The St. Margaret’s community gathered for an evening of great food, friendship, games and Tartan spirit, as the PTF Tartan Fun Zone welcomed more than 850 attendees to the Lower School Field.
The event was a warmup for the St. Margaret’s Homecoming football game later that evening, and it proved to be popular. Tables were full with Tartans socializing over delicious food, the Lower School field and Campaigne Center were filled with students playing fun games like sack races and dodgeball, and families were able to purchase Tartan gear from the PTF Boosters.
PTF Welcome Back Coffee and Winter Coffee
The PTF hosted two get-togethers this school year for the parent community to enjoy coffee and community and learn more about volunteer opportunities within the PTF. The annual Welcome Back Coffee served as the traditional kickoff to PTF activities at the beginning of the school year, while a second Winter Coffee brought families back together to look ahead to spring events and activities.
PTF Tree Lighting Ceremony
A cherished holiday tradition at St. Margaret’s brought more than 200 members of the Tartan community to the 15th annual PTF Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Fountain Courtyard.
Traditionally the kickoff event for the holiday season at St. Margaret’s, Tartans in attendance could visit with Santa Claus, decorate holiday ornaments to hang on the St. Margaret’s Christmas tree, listen to carolers and enjoy hot chocolate and holiday desserts. There was also an opportunity to write letters to Santa, complete with a special mailbox for messages to the North Pole.
