Each year, our Gala brings families, alumni, and friends together in celebration of the Jackson Walnut Park community. The event is more than a joyful evening… it is a vital fundraiser that strengthens our programs, enriches student experiences, and supports the dedicated teachers who bring learning to life.


We invite you to enjoy explore our 2025 gala below.

A group of ten people, eight women and two men, standing together on a dance floor in a banquet hall, smiling and posing for a photo.
Group of women and one man standing together on a wooden dance floor at an event, smiling and celebrating with some raising their fists and arms in victory.
Two women smiling and posing together at a formal event in a decorated banquet hall, with round tables and chairs in the background.
Group of ten women and one man standing together on a wooden dance floor at an event or conference, smiling and posing for the photo, with name tags on their clothing.
Two women hugging in a warmly lit room, one in a red dress and the other in a striped outfit.
Three women at an indoor event, with one woman in a red dress receiving flowers and a hug from another woman in a light purple dress, while the third woman in a purple dress watches and smiles.
A woman in a red dress presenting a bouquet of flowers to a woman in a white dress.
Two women are smiling and exchanging a potted orchid plant on a stage or platform in a formal indoor setting.
Two women hugging, one woman holding a bouquet of flowers, in an indoor setting with warm lighting.
Two women hugging on a small stage at an event, with a woman in a purple dress holding a bouquet of flowers to the side.
Two women standing behind a podium at a Marriott hotel, one in a purple dress smiling, the other in a red dress clapping.
Women at an auction raising paddle bids, smiling and talking, seated at tables with glassware and papers, behind a beige wall.
A woman with brown hair and a dark blazer holding two small flags with the number 10 on them, smiling at a formal event.
A group of people sitting at round tables during a formal event or auction, with one woman raising a paddle with the number 118 on it. The attendees are dressed in business or semi-formal attire and are seated in a decorated banquet hall.
Group of people seated at a banquet table, engaged in a bidding auction, with two men in suits raising their paddles and smiling.
People attending an auction, raising paddles with bid numbers, seated around a table with drinks and floral centerpiece, engaging in conversation and smiling.
A man in a blue suit raising a sign with the number 117 at a formal event with several seated guests, some clapping and smiling.
A woman standing at a podium and speaking into a microphone in a conference room, with an audience seated in front of her.
A woman giving a speech at a podium during a conference at the Marriott hotel in Boston, Massachusetts.
A speaker stands at a podium on a stage addressing an audience in a large, well-lit conference room with chandeliers. The audience members are seated at round tables with tableware, glasses, and floral centerpieces, attentively listening to the prese
A woman giving a speech at a podium during a formal event at the Marriott hotel, with seated attendees watching her.
A woman speaking at a podium with a Marriott hotel sign, wearing a name tag that reads "Natasha Karunararatne".
A group of people sitting at a round banquet table, smiling and engaging in conversation, with some using their phones. There are wine glasses and a floral centerpiece on the table.
A man in a blue plaid suit is holding a sign with the number 107 at a formal dinner event, smiling. Two other people, a woman and a man, are smiling and clapping at the table. The table has wine glasses, decorations, and food.
A woman with long brown hair standing behind a podium with a microphone, speaking at an event in the Marriott/Oston Newton hotel conference room.
People seated at round tables during a formal event or banquet, with some looking towards the front and others engaged in conversation.
A formal event with people seated at round tables, listening to a man in a tuxedo speaking and dancing on a dance floor in a banquet hall.
People sitting at a banquet table, smiling and engaging, with a woman in the foreground holding a program and a young man taking a photo with his phone.
A man in a tuxedo dancing on a wooden dance floor in front of seated guests at a formal event in a banquet hall.
A woman smiling at a formal event, sitting at a table with drinks, flowers, and other attendees in the background.
A large banquet hall filled with round tables of people attending a formal event, holding up numbered signs. The room has elegant lighting, decor, and a dance floor in the foreground.
People sitting at round tables in a banquet hall, raising numbered paddles, participating in an auction or bidding event.
Man in a black suit speaking into a microphone on a small stage at an event in a hotel conference room. There is a screen displaying a logo and text in the background, and a podium with the Marriott Oston Newton logo to the right.
People at a formal event laughing and enjoying dinner, with a woman in a black floral dress prominently smiling.
Group of seven diverse adults standing on a dance floor, participating in a team-building activity, with some holding their heads, in a conference room with a stage, microphone, and elevated platform.
People sitting at a banquet table at a formal event, smiling and engaging in conversation, with wine glasses and floral centerpieces on the table.
Group of people participating in a team-building activity at a formal event in a banquet hall. They are standing with hands on their heads, facing a dance floor or stage area.
People sitting at a round banquet table during an event, smiling and enjoying themselves, with wine glasses and floral centerpieces on the table.
People standing and sitting at a formal event, with some holding their heads and smiling, in a banquet hall with round tables and elegant decor.
People at a banquet are enjoying a moment, with some laughing, celebrating, and taking photos. Several women are standing with their hands on their heads, smiling, while a man in a gray suit laughs and takes a photo with his phone. The table is set w
A woman in a black dress, seated at a table, is smiling while holding up a string of beads. A man in a suit is standing next to her, holding a container filled with beads. Several women are gathered around, some clapping and some holding drinks, at a
A group of people attending a formal dinner in a banquet hall. Some are seated at a round table with plates, glasses, and a floral centerpiece, while others are standing. A man in a blue shirt and red striped tie is holding a sign with the number 138
A woman speaking at a podium during a formal event at a hotel conference room, with attendees seated at round tables in front of her.
Two women laughing and having a conversation at a formal event, one woman wearing a black floral dress and multi-colored beads, the other in a blue sleeveless dress, in a banquet hall or conference setting.
A woman in a black lace dress speaking at a podium with a Marriott logo, in front of a brown wall.
A woman speaking at a podium during a formal event, with an audience seated at tables in front of her, at a hotel conference room.
A large banquet hall with many round tables where people are seated, attending a formal event or conference. There is a stage at the front with a woman speaking at a podium and two large screens displaying the name 'Patricia Lynn Gray'. The hall is d
A woman speaking at a podium on stage during an event at a Marriott hotel conference room, with attendees seated at banquet tables in front of her.
A woman wearing a black lace dress standing at a podium with a
An elderly woman with short blonde hair speaking into a microphone at a podium with a Marriott-Oston Newton sign.
A man in a gray suit with a yellow patterned tie is sitting at a table during a conference or event, clapping with his hands. A woman with dark hair and light skin, dressed in black, sits behind him, with other attendees visible in the background.
A man in a business suit and a woman in a blue dress sitting at a formal dinner event.
An elderly woman standing at a podium with a Marriott hotel sign, speaking into a microphone, wearing a colorful patterned blouse, smiling.
People sitting at a formal dinner table, engaged in conversation, with food and drinks, at an indoor event or banquet.
Two women in conversation at a formal event, seated at a round table with plates, glasses, and a floral centerpiece.
People serving themselves food at a buffet in a banquet hall with chandeliers and patterned carpet.
Display of various auction items on a black table, including a Little Tikes TotSports Pickleball Set in a blue box, a green item in a bag, and other toys and gifts, each with information cards.
A man in a tuxedo with a bow tie standing at a podium with a "Marriott Boston Newton" sign, speaking into a microphone, holding glasses in his right hand, in a conference room.
A man in a tuxedo speaking at a podium with a Marriott Oston Newton logo, with a microphone in front of him.
Two women standing at a podium on a stage speaking in front of an audience at a conference or event, with the podium displaying the Marriott logo and text reading "Marriott Boston Newton." The woman on the right is speaking into a microphone, and the
Two people sitting at a formal event, woman with curly brown hair in a floral dress and woman with short hair, man with a beard in a dark suit, all with name tags, engaged in conversation, tables with plates, wine glasses, and floral centerpieces in
A large banquet hall filled with round tables of formal dining setup, where many people are sitting and listening to speakers on a stage at the front. The stage has two women standing at a podium, and there are two large screens displaying text behin
Two women speaking at a podium with a sign that reads 'Marriott Boston Newton.' One woman is wearing a purple dress with gold earrings and necklaces, speaking into a microphone. The other woman is wearing a red dress with layered necklaces, listening
Two women standing at a podium, smiling, during a conference at the Marriott hotel.
Two women standing at a podium with a Marriott hotel sign in the background, one speaking into a microphone, the other looking on. The woman speaking is wearing a red sleeveless dress and beaded necklaces, and the other woman is wearing a purple dres
Two women at a podium during a conference at the Marriott Boston Newton. The woman on the left wears a purple dress and gold jewelry, speaking into a microphone. The woman on the right wears a red dress, blue bead necklace, and earrings, standing bes
People seated at round tables during a formal event or banquet in a decorated conference room with chandeliers and large screens.
Two women are greeting each other at a formal event, smiling and holding hands. One woman is wearing a purple dress and glasses, and has a name tag that reads "Beth Ross Tonnelly." The other woman is wearing a black lace dress. In the background, the
Two women are engaged in conversation at a formal dinner event, sitting at a round table with plates of salad, glasses of wine, and floral centerpieces, with other guests in the background.
Two women having an animated conversation at a formal event, with tables set with food and drinks in the background.
Two women smiling and posing together at a formal event, with tables and other guests in the background.
A woman in a purple dress shaking hands with another woman in a black dress at a formal event, with other guests seated at tables in the background.
Three people, two women and one man, sitting at a banquet table during a formal event, smiling at the camera. The table has flowers, glasses of water, and event programs, with other guests in the background.
Three people at a social event talking and holding drinks, two women and one man, with a door in the background.
Two women sitting at a banquet table, smiling and laughing during a social event. One woman is holding a glass of red wine, and there are plates of salad and drinks on the table.
Three people sitting at a round table engaged in conversation, at a formal event or conference, with others seated at similar tables in the background.
Three people, two women and one man, are having a conversation at an indoor event. The woman on the right is gesturing and speaking to the other two. The man is wearing a blue suit, and the woman in the middle is holding a drink and a smartphone. The
Two men having a conversation at a social event, one holding a wine glass, and the other holding a plate with a slice of cake. They are dressed in business attire and wearing name tags.
An elderly man and woman at a formal event. The woman is standing behind the seated man, both smiling. The man wears glasses, a dark blazer, and a light blue shirt, with a name tag that reads 'Richard Jenson.' The woman has blonde hair, wears a color
Two men in suits smiling and holding drinks at a social event, one showing a thumbs-up gesture, with a lively room of people in the background.
A woman in a navy dress and cream-colored shawl standing next to a man in a gray suit with a green tie, both smiling at the camera at an indoor event.
Two men in suits having drinks and smiling at an indoor social event with people in the background.
A group of people engaged in conversation at a formal event or conference, with a woman smiling in the center.
Two men holding glasses of red wine at a social event in a banquet hall. One man wears glasses and a brown sweatshirt with a name tag, the other a dress shirt and tie.
Three people in formal attire are engaged in conversation at a reception, with a ballroom setting in the background.
Group of five people standing together at a formal event in a banquet hall, smiling for the camera. They are wearing business attire, and some have name tags. One woman is holding a small sign with the number 174.
Two smiling people at a formal event holding a table number 107, with other guests in the background.
Six people at a formal event, smiling and holding drinks, dressed in suits and dresses, standing in a banquet hall with warm lighting.
Three men in suits smiling at an indoor event, with a man holding a green bottle of beer and another holding a glass with a '120' table number sign.
Two people, a woman in a purple dress and a man in a beige blazer, are talking at a formal event in a ballroom. The woman is wearing a name tag and holding papers, while the man is holding a glass of wine.
A woman in a purple dress and a man in a brown blazer and beige pants standing together at a social event, both smiling and holding drinks.
A man and woman in formal attire at an indoor event, holding drinks and smiling at the camera. The man is wearing a navy blue suit, white shirt, and patterned tie, with glasses, and has a name badge. The woman is wearing a dark blue lace dress with a
Two older men in business suits at a formal event, standing close together and smiling at the camera. One is holding a glass of red wine.
Group of women at a photo booth celebrating, holding a sign that says 'Drink, Dance, Photo Booth, Repeat' in front of a gold sequin backdrop.
A group of women and one man posing together at a celebration, some wearing sunglasses, holding signs that say 'Best' and 'Drink. Dance. Photo Booth. Repeat.', standing in front of a gold sequin backdrop.
A woman in a colorful dress and a man in a blue shirt and red tie stand together at an indoor event, smiling and holding glasses of wine, with banquet tables and chandeliers in the background.
Three elderly people engaged in conversation at a formal event, two men holding drinks and a woman smiling in the center, with a gold sequin backdrop in the background.
Three women in formal attire at a conference or banquet, smiling and standing close together.
Three women wearing heart-shaped pink sunglasses are standing together in front of a gold glittery backdrop, smiling and posing with their arms crossed.
Two women smiling at a social event, wearing formal dresses with name tags, in a banquet hall with ambient lighting and other people in the background.
Four women in formal attire standing close together at an indoor gathering, smiling at the camera.
Two men in business attire smiling at a conference or networking event, standing indoors with a table of items and other attendees in the background.
Three women engaged in conversation at a formal event, wearing black dresses with name tags, holding plates of food, in a decorated indoor venue.
Three people sitting at a dinner table, smiling for the camera. The woman on the left is wearing a colorful floral dress, the man in the middle is dressed in a blue suit with a white shirt and light blue tie, and the woman on the right is wearing gla
Three women are engaged in conversation at an indoor event, with two of them holding plates of food and all smiling. One woman is wearing a black strapless dress and holding a glass of wine, the second woman, also in a black dress, is holding a plate
Four people are engaged in conversation at a formal event. A woman in a red dress and a man in a white suit are talking, while another woman and man are listening. The woman in red has a name badge. The man in white is holding a glass of white wine.
Three people at a professional networking event, two men and one woman, engaged in conversation, holding wine glasses, with a black table and other attendees in the background.
Three people standing together at an indoor event, smiling, with tables and other attendees in the background.
Three people having a conversation at a professional networking event or conference, standing in a decorated ballroom with warm lighting and display tables in the background.
Three people in formal attire engaged in conversation at a professional event in a conference room with elegant lighting and decorated walls.
Group of diverse people at a professional networking event, engaged in conversation in a conference room with warm lighting and chandeliers.
Group of women and men socializing at a formal event, standing around a round table with drinks and jewelry, in a large banquet hall with chandeliers and warm lighting.
A woman in a black sequin dress engaged in conversation with a man in a black suit at a networking event, with other people in the background.
Group of three people engaged in conversation at a professional networking event, two women and one man, with beverages in hand, in a well-lit conference room.
Three people engaged in a conversation at a professional networking event. The woman in the center wears an off-the-shoulder lavender dress, holds a smartphone, and has a name tag. The woman on the left wears glasses and a beige coat, holding a glass
Four people standing together at a social event, dressed in formal and semi-formal attire in a banquet hall with chandeliers and a large screen in the background.
Three women smiling at a social event, standing close together in a banquet hall with tables and bottles of alcohol in the background.
Two women engaged in conversation at a formal event or conference, one holding an empty wine glass, with a busy background of other attendees and registration or information booths.
Three women standing behind tables with colorful children's umbrellas for sale, with signs showing the price at Walnut Park and Jackson.
Two elderly people at an event standing in front of a table with a large white bag filled with colorful items. The man is wearing a dark blazer and light blue shirt, and the woman is wearing a colorful dress with a bear pattern. They are looking at t
Three men in business attire having a conversation at a networking event, each holding a glass of whiskey with ice, in a hotel conference room.
Three smiling people at an indoor event, two women and one man, dressed in business casual attire, with name tags, holding drinks, in a decorated banquet hall.
Two women having a conversation at a professional event or conference, one holding a wine glass and the other a drink with ice. They are wearing name tags and are in a large, well-lit banquet hall.
Three women engaging in conversation at a networking event, holding drinks, with tables and other attendees in the background.
Three people engaged in conversation at a professional networking event, two men and one woman, in a well-lit room with patterned carpet.
People at a networking event with drinks, a man showing bottles of wine or champagne, and a woman holding a wine glass, in a well-lit room.
Three people engaged in conversation at a formal event, holding glasses of wine, in a decorated banquet hall with chandeliers and round tables.
Group of six people at a professional networking event, standing and engaging in conversation, holding drinks, with a table displaying items and informational materials in the foreground, in a large, well-lit banquet hall.
Man in formal tuxedo speaking into a microphone at a formal event or banquet.
Group of people at a professional networking event, engaging in conversation in a ballroom setting.
Three women engaged in conversation at a social event, with others in the background in a decorated indoor venue.
Two women smiling at an indoor event, with artwork displayed on tables behind them.
Two women having a conversation at an art event, with artwork displayed on tables behind them.
Three people at a networking event looking at wine bottles on a table, with a woman holding a glass of wine and two men holding bottles, in an elegant banquet hall.
Six women standing together at a formal event in a banquet hall, with tables set for a meal behind them.
Group of five women posing together in front of a gold sequin backdrop at an event, smiling and holding props and signs with motivational phrases.
Two women conversing at a networking event, holding glasses of wine, with name tags on their clothing.
Two men in suits are standing and talking at an indoor event, laughing and smiling. One man is holding a glass of drink.
Two women looking at items on a table at a conference or event, with other people in the background in a large, decorated banquet hall.
Group of four professionally dressed people engaging in conversation at a networking event or reception in a hotel conference room. The woman in the center holds a glass of white wine and is smiling while talking to others.
Group of women in formal attire gathered around a table with colorful paper umbrellas at a social event or conference.
Two women at a table in a ballroom, looking at items including bottles of champagne, a wicker basket, and bags. Other people are mingling in the background.
Two women in business attire standing together in a banquet hall, smiling at the camera. One woman is wearing a black suit and the other a blue suit. They both have name tags.
Two men in suits at a social event, one holding a glass of red wine, talking and smiling.
A man in a suit examines items on display at a table in a conference or event room with other people in the background.
Two men laughing and talking at a formal event, one holding a glass of red wine, in a banquet hall with tables and decorations in the background.
People at an event viewing auction items on a table, with some holding drinks, in a well-lit room with patterned carpet and beige walls.
A group of five professionals at a networking event, engaging in conversation with drinks, in a conference room with a display of monitors and purple lighting in the background.
Four people at a social event engaging in conversation near a table with colorful small umbrellas and a tablet.
Three people in business attire engaged in conversation at a networking event, holding drinks and wearing name tags.
Two women viewing abstract art framed paintings displayed on a table at an art exhibit. One woman holds a drink, and the other holds a beer, both engaged in conversation while looking at the artwork. The paintings feature colorful, splattered, and la
Four women dressed in formal attire posing together in a banquet hall with blue and gold patterned carpet, tables set for an event, and warm lighting.
Four people engaged in conversation at a formal event in a banquet hall, with the women holding glasses of wine and plates of food.
Three people having a conversation at a networking event. The woman on the left is wearing a checked blazer, the woman in the middle has brown hair, a blue patterned dress, and is holding a plate and a drink, and the man on the right is in a dark sui
Two women are talking at a conference or event, one holding a glass of wine, with a table of bags and flowers in front of them.
A man in a gray blazer and jeans looking at auction items displayed on a table, holding a drink, with several people in the background at a social event in a hotel conference room.
People at a registration table with name tags and numbered signs, in a well-lit conference room.
Two women laughing and talking at a registration table with name tags, while other people browse the items. The table is set up in a well-lit conference or event space with glass doors and patterned carpet.
Two women smiling and standing close together at a conference, with name tags, in front of a mirror and wall-mounted light, behind a table with papers and a tablet.
People attending a registration or check-in table at a conference or event, with name tags and papers on display.
Table displaying various colorful abstract paintings and a larger landscape painting at an art exhibit.
Women and man at a registration table at a conference, smiling and talking, with name tags and materials laid out on the table.
Signboard at an event registration desk displaying sponsors including Jackson Walnut Park School, Russian School of Mathematics, and The Village Bank. Registration table has name tags arranged neatly.
Three people standing behind a table with colorful umbrellas labeled 'Jackson' and 'Walnut Park', in an indoor setting.
Auction auction items on a black table, including gift baskets, toys, and informational placards in a banquet hall.
Round banquet table with eight blue chairs, set with black napkins and silverware, and decorated with a floral centerpiece. A large screen in the background displays event information.
Auction display table with wrapped gift baskets and boxed toys in a hotel conference room.
A round table decorated with a flower arrangement in a white pot and handmade thank you notes and hearts, set in a banquet hall with a large screen in the background.
A group of ten women and one man standing together on a wooden dance floor in a banquet hall, smiling at the camera.