Yu Ying Gala

[Anonymous]

There was recently a big push by room parents and on the listserve to get parents to buy tickets for the Yu Ying annual Gala/fundraiser. A really big push. Which makes me think that not enough tickets have sold.

So, am I right? Do Yu Ying families plan to attend the Gala? How about accepted families (assuming they've been invited)? If not, why not?

[Anonymous]

I've attended every year since we were admitted parents, and will this year too. This year there weren't that many emails about it, so I wouldn't be surprised if they needed to do a push now. On the other hand, I didn't notice a big push either, so maybe I'm just not paying close enough attention.

[Anonymous]

Advertising is very gentle this year, but I like the more professional constant contact format. I feel like a couple hundred people have attended each year. It would be a surprise if this year were any different.

[Anonymous]

are newly admitted families invited? Tix are 75$ apiece

[Anonymous]

They have been in the past.

[Anonymous]

Yes, we are newly admitted and were invited.

[Anonymous]

I hope that new parents attend. It is a great venue to meet other parents and the teachers.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:are newly admitted families invited? Tix are 75$ apiece

I thought that anyone who has tickets can get in--no school connection required.

[Anonymous]

Anyone can "get in" who buys a $75 ticket. Presumably there is a maximum number of tickets to be sold.

For whatever its worth, spouse and I have bought tickets to this year's gala and plan to attend, even though we did not in past years. So there certainly is continuing parent interest.

[Anonymous]

I want to second 16:35 above - it is a great opportunity for new parents to meet the school community!
And yes, the event is open to the public. Anyone who wishes to attend is welcome to buy a ticket.

[Anonymous]

Do YY parents buy tix, or every family gets 2 but you are asked to sell to others to raise funds? $75 is understandable but also quite steep.

[Anonymous]

every ticket has to be paid for. half the money raised goes to the school and half is saved to fund the next year's gala

[Anonymous]

Yes, every ticket has to be paid for, and includes a lovely catered buffet, as well as beer/wine/soda, not to mention the entertainment. With a live auctioneer, the auction itself is an incredible spectacle!
It is a great time all around!

[Anonymous]

I second the above poster. It really is a fun time.

[Anonymous]

In my 5th year as a YY parent and attended the gala for the 1st time last year and had an amazing time...will be attending again this year. Can't wait to see everyone there!