14/07/2025
Anniversary Extravaganza: The Barrett School's Gala Ignites Community Spirit and Innovation
The Barrett School at Destin recently marked its first anniversary with an unforgettable evening of elegance and purpose. Hosted in partnership with Destin City Lifestyle Magazine, the "Yacht the Night Away" gala brought together over 200 guests at Legendary Marine’s stunning showroom. With luxury boats, yacht-inspired decor, and an electric atmosphere, the celebration honored the school’s bold mission of inclusive, STEM-driven education for Pre-K3 through 12th grade. ⚓
Guests enjoyed gourmet Italian fare from La Famiglia Italian Restaurant, danced to soulful performances by Sarah Again and Josh Sirten, and applauded dedicated educators during the heartfelt teacher award ceremony. The gala raised an impressive $8,000 for the PTO Foundation, directly supporting innovative student programs in robotics, coding, and hands-on learning.
With the support of community sponsors like Legendary Marine, Jolly Roofing & Contracting Co., LLC , 654LIMO, Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC, the Rivest Family, Wood’s Tree & Land, Toxic Freedom, and FASTSIGNS, the event was a true celebration of partnership, progress, and purpose.
Led by Dr. Matthew Weinberg, The Barrett School is redefining education in Destin, blending interdisciplinary learning with compassion and curiosity for both neurotypical and neurodiverse students. 🌟
“Every student deserves a space where curiosity thrives.” – Dr. Matthew Weinberg
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📸 Photos by Ernalyn Ruda of Emerald Blue Photography LLC