Stephen  Gaynor  School  –  Making  a  Difference,  One  Child  at  a  Time

About  Stephen  Gaynor  School

A  pioneer  in  special  education,  Stephen  Gaynor  School  is  an  independent  Pre-K,  Lower,  and  Middle  School  for  bright  students  with  learning  differences.  Founded  in  1962,  Stephen  Gaynor  School  provides  a  highly  individualized  educational  program  in  a  rich,  rigorous,  and  nurturing  environment  in  which  students  gain  the  skills  and  con idence  necessary  to  learn,  grow,  and  reach  their  full  potential.  Through  our  annual  event,  the  Gaynor  Gala,  we  are  able  to  raise  funds  to  enhance  our  students’  learning  experience,  helping  them  reach  their  full  potential.

2015  Stephen  Gaynor  School  Gala We  are  excited  to  invite  you  to  participate  in  our  annual  Gaynor  Gala.    The  unique  spirit  and  energy  which  led  to  the  establishment  of  Stephen  Gaynor  School  continues  to  drive  it  today  and  is  celebrated  each  year  with  the  Founders'  Award.  This  award  is  given  to  a  member(s)  of  the  Gaynor  community  whose  energy  and  dedication  to  the  school  is  exemplary.

THIS  YEAR’S  RECIPIENT  IS  STEPHEN  GAYNOR  SCHOOL  PARENT:

JENNIFER  RUDOLPH  WALSH Board  Member  at  WME,  

oversees  the  Literary,  Lectures,  and  Live  Events  departments

The  2015  Gaynor  Gala  will  be  held  on  the  evening  of  Wednesday,  March  11,  2015  at  the  American  Museum  of  Natural  History.  The  event  will  feature  live  and  silent  auctions,  a  cocktail  hour,  dinner,  and  an  exciting  musical  performance.    Previous  celebrity  guests  have  included:  MS.  LAURYN  HILL,  Grammy  Award  winning  Musician;  MARY  J.  BLIGE,  nine-time  Grammy  Award  winning  Singer/Songwriter,  Recording  Producer,  and  Actress;  Host  of  NBC’s  Late  Night,  SETH  MEYERS;  Tony,  Emmy,  and  Grammy  Award  winner  BERNADETTE  PETERS;  JON  STEWART  of  The  Daily  Show  with  ]on  Stewart;    Grammy  Award-winner  JOHN  LEGEND;  former  TV  Host,  REGIS  PHILBIN;  NBC  Today  Show's  AL  ROKER;  Sire/Warner  Bros.  Recording  Artist  REGINA  SPEKTOR;  Actress  BROOKE  SHIELDS;  American  Idol  Winner  JORDIN  SPARKS;  and  Celebrity  Chef  RACHAEL  RAY.

Your  Support  is  Critical

Funds  raised  from  the  Gaynor  Gala  support  the  remaining  phases  of  construction  in  our  new,  state-of-the-art  facility,  including  a  performing  arts  center,  rooftop   ield  house,  S.M.A.R.T.  Lab  (science,  math,  art,  research,  and  technology  lab),  and  additional  state-of-the-art  classrooms  and  science  labs.  Your  support  enables  us  to  broaden  the  educational  experience  we  offer  our  students,  helping  build  their  self-con idence  along  the  way.  

In  challenging  times  like  these,  many  people  and  organizations  prioritize  what  is  important  to  them,  and  choose  to  support  only  the  most  worthy  endeavors.  For  us,  opportunities  for  children  to  learn  and  grow  are  of  the  utmost  importance.  We  believe  you  share  this  belief,  and  therefore,  would  be  an  ideal  partner  in  sponsoring  this  year's  Gaynor  Gala.   We  look  forward  to  your  response  and  hope  you  will  choose  to  participate  in  this  important  event.