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Close to 600 Attend Dalton Carnival: Spring Benefit 2025 to Support Our School!

Dalton’s community "stepped right up" and supported the Dalton Carnival: Spring Benefit 2025 on April 10, 2025.
Thanks to our generous community members — including underwriter and raffle ticket purchasers — the school raised an impressive $525,000.

During this fun, interactive evening at Guastavino's, close to 600 attendees enjoyed classic carnival decor, games, entertainment, delicious food and drinks (including the "Dalton-rita"), a DJ and dancing. 

We’re grateful to Benefit Chairs Karen Lee, Holly Speyer Lipton '91, Arielle Tepper '90, and Art Director Melanie Kefalidis Kantor '99 for their invaluable behind-the-scenes support and vision. A standing ovation to Program Director Randi Sloan, and our thanks to the Publicity and Silent Auction/Raffle committees.

A big thank you to Odetta Hartman '07 and Camellia Hartman '12, who performed in the Carnival Blues/Folk band, 7th grade Magician Miles Weinberg '30, and the many enthusiastic students who, throughout the entire evening, ran the classic carnival games — from Frog Flinger to Hoops Toss, juggled, performed magic tricks, read tarot cards, told fortunes, drew caricatures…and more. 

"Not only was this standout evening a lot of fun, it exemplified the power of collaboration and the tremendous can-do spirit of our community," said Head of School José M. De Jesús. "My thanks to our students, alums, parents, faculty, and staff who came together and made this festive night truly special."
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