The Night of Excellence- 2nd Year Success

The Don Soffer Aventura High School community came together on

February 22, 2025, for the second-year celebratory event of the "Night of Excellence" at

Pinstripes in the Aventura Esplanade. It was hosted by the school's Parent

Teacher Cooperative (PTC), Student Government Association (SGA), faculty, and

local businesses and was a night of honoring excellence in students and raising

money for future programs. It was a thrilling night of fun, food, and strong

competition enjoyed by the guests.

The crown jewel of the night was the live auction, with a variety of items ranging from original artwork, theme baskets, to local business gift cards. Every level had its own unique basket, and they got all of their proceeds into their own SGA boards. It will be utilized in enhancing student life in the form of field trips, pep rallies, and so on.

There was a lush buffet, topped with a build-your-own pasta bar that suited different tastes. Food service helped in setting the festive atmosphere in which people were celebrating the school's accomplishments. There was also a competitive bowling game at the event day, where teachers, parents, and students all came together and competed in teams to see who were the real winners. This atmosphere radiated school spirit, highlighting the community-based nature of the event.

The "Night of Excellence" was a success due to a collaborative effort of the

SGA, school staff, and volunteer parents. Assistant Principal Dr. Andrea Beck

mentioned the collaboration by stating that the event provided students with a

genuine experience in organizing a large fundraiser.

By the end of the evening, everyone present had a more- clear idea of the school community and a strong feeling of school pride for their school's achievements. The proceeds

generated will be of immense help in improving student life and creating a culture

of excellence at Don Soffer Aventura High School.