Raiders4PHEEF

PHEEF-cats, get your game on. The Oakland Raiders are launching a major program of support for PHE! Raiders4PHEEF will be offering staggering discounts on Raiders tickets for the 2011 football season. There will be tickets to all home games, and we will have a special PHEEF game where we will tailgait PHEEF style, wear our PHEEF colors and get a special mention on the Marquee.

More to follow as pricing and schedule become available.

PHEEF peeps, brace yourselves. We are introducing ONLINE AUCTIONS! [insert hysterical, 1960's Beatles-esque applause here]

This year, we are putting all Teacher Experience auction items up for bid on a new website: www.pheefgala.org

These teacher-lead events have been a really cool but somewhat unappreciated side-story to the whole Gala for years. Kids have a real blast, and it is a way to tell the teachers we appreciate all that they do, inside and outside of the classroom.

BONUS! We will be offering bids on the opportunity to post personal messages on the Marque at school! Let's get the PHE tongues wagging and put some juicy stuff up there! (G-rated and age appropriate, of course!)

No Sitter for the Gala? Kidz Night Out

Want to attend the gala, but can't because you haven't arranged for a sitter? Think parents shouldn't be having all the fun? Dianne Adair Enrichment is offering Kidz Night Out on March 26, the night of the Gala. Hustle over to http://www.pheef.org/events.html for a flyer as well as the required form.

Portraits by Laura Cottril

Laura is once again offering her amazing portraits as part of the Gala! Download and compete the form and drop in the PHEEF mailbox in the PHE office by March 10. Check out Laura's site as well.

Gala Time - Can You Feel It?

The PHEEFsters will be busily posting those fabulous Live Auction items as well as student artisan project. March 26 is just around the corner, and your deadline to buy tickets is March 11. Click on over and purchase your Gala tix now!

Tacos, Tequila and Tubbin’

The Oldenbourg’s are having a party! Ole!

Señores y Señoritas, grab your sombreros and travel south of the border for a night of spicy tacos, sizzling fajitas, and tasty margaritas. Los Panchos will provide dinner for 10 while sipping some of the best tequila this side of Jalisco at a tequila tasting. After dinner you’ll relax in a luxurious spa while being serenaded by mariachis.

DATE: June 25 or July 9.

Taylor Swift Tix!

If you love Taylor Swift, you’ll want to to take advantage of the 2 tickets up for auction. She’ll perform at HP Pavilion in San Jose, Friday, September 2 at 7pm, Sec 209, row 7, Seats 13-14. It’s already a sold out show!

Professional Chef Prepares Dinner for Eight!

A private chef is coming to you to prepare a delicious three course meal for you and your friends. Chef Anne Dickey brings the food and 4 bottles of wine along with loads of experience from famous kitchens such as Chez Panisse, Fleur de Lys, and Postrio. Either treat your friends to an amazing evening or team together with your friends to win what is sure to be an auction highlight. You will then be able to relax and enjoy the company of your guests, while all culinary tasks are masterfully handled by your chef. Date to be mutually agreed upon. No Holidays. Donors: Chef Anne Dickey; food & wine provided by the Hanken Family.

Expires 11/01/11

Golf for Four at the Contra Costa Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf for four (including golf cars) at the exclusive Contra Costa Country Club. The championship 18-hole golf course measures 6,550 yards and is consistently rated one of the top private courses in Northern California. The course is routed through 145 acres and landscaped with mature native Oak, Eucalyptus and Redwood trees. The course gives players a perfect blend of a challenging game and dramatic views. Days of use are Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday after 11am.

Expires: 2/28/12.

Dinner and Wine Pairings for Four at Amber Bistro

A favorite over the years! Get together with friends or family and enjoy a wonderful evening out at Amber Bistro in Danville. You will be treated to a fabulous dinner for four, including wine chosen by the owner, Eric Janssen, who is a certified sommelier and a PHE dad! Tax and gratuity ARE included! Don't miss out on this opportunity to wine and dine at Amber Bistro.

http://www.amberbistro.com/

Play Hooky with PHE Principal!

A brand new offering from Principal Voris. How would your child like to play hooky with the Principal? This is a rare opportunity for your child and a friend to spend the day with Mrs. Voris doing something together-outside of school! Mrs. Voris will find out what your child's interests are and plan accordingly to make it the best day possible. Classwork and homework will be suspended to make it a true day of hooky. Date to be mutually agreed upon.

Shocker!

PHEEF peeps, brace yourself. Say farewell to a Foundation fave. Stacey Schiager is moving on to Middle School! I am sure I speak for all PHE'ers when I say, "Thank you Stacey, for your dedication. Thanks for your stewardship and your contributions to PHEEF, the Gala and Live Auction, and PHE in general. We wish you the best in your next adventure!"

Be sure to thank her when you see her in the hallways!

Prep for the Pleasant Hill Elementary Gala is in High Gear!

And the Foundation wants you! Our annual Gala and live auction will be held March 26 at the Contra Costa Country Club, and Debbie Shess, PHEEF Gala Chair, needs your help! This is a chance to make a real difference in your children's education, so click over to our Events page for more information.

Thanks to these volunteers, you guys rock!

Kim Sanner, Lori O'Brien - Wine Chair
Julie Ormerod, Kathleen Olsen - Dessert Auction
Nancy Griffitts - Raffle Coordinator
Jeannette Fromm - Student Artisan Coordinator
Amy Bleichner, Tony Restuch - Donation Acquisitions (more needed!)