April 14: 29th Tidal Wave for St. Edward CCHS

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St. Edward High School Celebrates Service at 29th Annual Fundraiser

Tidal Wave: La Vita Bella Dinner, Auction tickets on sale until April 1

ELGIN--St. Edward Central Catholic High School will host its 29^th annual benefit gala on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at the Chicago Marriott Northwest, Hoffman Estates starting at 5:30 p.m.  Tidal Wave: La Vita Bella, chaired by parent volunteers, Vito and Maria Corso, celebrates the “beautiful life”
surrounding St. Edward Central Catholic High School students and families.

Attendees will enjoy dinner, drinks, silent and live auctions for more than 300 items, including vacation packages to Las Vegas and Sonoma, Cubs tickets, outdoor grills, a big screen TV, spa and restaurant gift certificates, and more. 

Tickets are $150 per person, or $1,350 for a table of 10, and can be purchased through April 1 by calling 847-741-7535, ext. 123.

Proceeds from the event benefit academic advances and provide scholarship funds for students in need to attend the nonprofit, college preparatory, Catholic high school located in Elgin, Ill. Founded in 1941, St. Edward Central Catholic has a legacy of academic excellence, with 96 percent of 2017 graduates attending a college or university and 4 percent enrolling in technical schools. Thirty percent of students receive a financial scholarship through the St. Edward Central Catholic Guardian Angel scholarship fund.

During the gala, St. Edward Central Catholic will celebrate members of the community who provide unwavering service to the 76-year-old college preparatory high school, including:

-          Ted Meyers, Class of ’78, Alumnus of the Year:  A fourth-generation lawyer and partner with Meyers and Flowers Trial Lawyers, Meyers exemplifies the qualities and values of a St. Edward Central Catholic education.  

-          Jackie Tabbert, St. Gregory the Great Award:  The St. Gregory the Great Award recognizes a St. Edward Central Catholic faculty member for his or her commitment to students’ education. Serving as the school’s culinary and fashion arts instructor for more than 25 years, Tabbert has influenced the career paths of many St. Edward students and remains beloved among the alumni.

-          Frank Celarek, Loyal Order of St. Edward Award:  Honoring a volunteer who goes above and beyond, the Loyal Order of St. Edward Award will be presented to Frank Celarek of Elgin. An active member of the Boosters’ Club and a steadfast advocate of St. Edward Central Catholic, Celarek has remained a champion for the school long after his children graduated.

-          Joe Bero and Son Plumbing and Piping, Patron of the Year:  Joe Bero Plumbing and Piping has been a supporter of St. Edward Central Catholic for multiple generations. This award recognizes the company’s commitment to the school and its students.