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[quote=Anonymous]Disagree.  It isn't that you won't be missed (you won't -- it is in the gym and Mr. herman is not taking names at the door (!) it is hard to know who is there and who isn't in some ways).

But I would urge you to go as it is FUN.  It is low key there are no seating charts requiring you to put in who is at your table months ago. It isn't ball gowny. Even the auction is low key as it is silent and you don't have to know that your friends the Jones just bid 25k on the african safari so there is no need to keep up with the Jones!  Silent auctions are so much better as there is something for everyone and if you buy nothing it is not a big deal.  There is an open bar but also a wine tasting, the food is good and there is a band in case you like to dance.  It is only $50 too which is reasonable compared to other schools similar events.

I would urge you to go because there are few events that have the parents there only.  It is a chance for you to connect to the school community.  You may meet new people, you may see old friends.  Most of the teachers go.  That alone makes it fun to see them in a social element.  There will be lots of C form parents there.  We have always enjoyed ourselves, it isn't like some magical beautiful night, but it is for a good cause (teachers), gets you into the holiday mood, gives you a chance to connect to the St. Albans community -- which can be daunting for someone new to the school, and you can always leave early (since it is not a seated dinner, people come and go a lot!).

Please come!

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