Emerald Gala 2025!

Emerald School of Excellence Hosts Emerald Gala to Support Teens in Recovery

An Evening of Celebration and Giving to Fund Scholarships and Transform Lives

The Emerald School of Excellence is proud to announce its Annual Emerald Gala, a black-tie event dedicated to empowering teens in recovery and raising critical funds for scholarships. The event will take place on Friday, February 28, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at The Casey by Beau Monde, promising an unforgettable evening filled with stories of redemption, recovery, and hope.

Event Highlights

The Emerald Gala offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the achievements of Emerald students while uniting the community to support their academic and personal growth. Highlights of the evening include:

• Emcee Angie Harmon, renowned actress, guiding the program alongside an inspiring lineup of speakers, including Ward Blanchard, Founder and CEO of The Blanchard Institute, Emerald alumni, current students, and parents, as well as Founder Mary Ferreri.
• A seated dinner prepared by Executive Chef Sam Diminich and an array of refreshing mocktails.
• Live and silent auctions, featuring exclusive items and experiences, as well as a raffle and photobooth.
• An interactive exhibition showcasing Emerald’s history, mission, and community impact.
• Live testimonials from students and staff, offering heartfelt insights into Emerald’s transformative work.

Proceeds from the event will go toward building Emerald’s endowment, which provides scholarships for Charlotte-area youth in need, ensuring that more students can access the recovery-friendly environment and quality education they deserve.

Call To Action

To purchase tickets or learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit emeraldgala.org. For additional inquiries, contact janellem@emeraldschool.org.

Quotes

“The Emerald Gala is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of the incredible resilience and potential of our students. Together, we are building a brighter future for teens in recovery and showing the world what is possible when a community comes together,” said Mary Ferreri, Founder and CEO of Emerald School of Excellence.

A parent of an Emerald student shared, “At Emerald, students get the individual and specific care, attention, and instruction they need to be as successful as possible in and outside of the classroom. Thank you, Emerald, for helping our son and us as his parents feel great about his Senior year and the future.”

2025 Title Sponsor

The 2025 Title Sponsor for the Emerald Gala is Elevation Church, whose generous support helps make this event possible.