2022 Green & White Gala

Green & White Gala

The 2022 Green & White Gala raised a record-breaking $460,000 to support Whitfield's people, programs and facilities! Thank you to everyone who helped make this event such an extraordinary success!

Whitfield’s Green and White Gala took place on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at the Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis and raised an all-time high of $460,000! The celebration honored the legacies of Head of School John Delautre and long-time faculty member Sheila McCarthy for their years of service and tremendous contributions to the Whitfield community.

The gala was attended by 300 guests including Whitfield parents, alumni, parents of alumni, Trustees, faculty, staff and friends. The evening included a VIP reception with the honorees and silent and live auctions.

The highlight of the evening was a special tribute program emceed by Board Chair Ron Fox ’74 celebrating the accomplishments of John and Sheila. Following the tributes, guests raised their paddles and collectively made donations to the school totaling a record-breaking $227,000! The celebration continued with an after party including live music by Jessica Butler and the JB’s and a late-night snack of Imo’s Pizza.

Thank you to everyone who attended the event and a special thank you to our gala sponsors.

2022 GALA GALLERY

Additional event photos are posted on our social media platforms.

2022 GALA HONOREES

John Delautre, Head of School 2011 - 2022

Over the last decade, as Head of School John Delautre has achieved an impressive number of accomplishments. An intellectual leader, John worked with the school community to develop and implement a visionary strategic plan; ran a successful $10 million dollar campaign to support that plan and improve the school’s financial strength; formalized the Habits of Mind & Heart as the centerpiece of the Whitfield experience; strengthened our academic program, faculty and administrative team; and, created and oversaw a dynamic international program that has greatly enriched the lives of so many in our school community. John also helped Whitfield attract and maintain a consistently strong enrollment of outstanding students.

Sheila McCarthy, Faculty 1987 - 2021

Sheila McCarthy is the longest-serving Whitfield faculty member, on staff from 1987 - 2021, and certainly one of the most beloved and well-respected. During her tenure she taught math and worked in the college counseling office, but is best known for her years teaching Latin. “Magistra,” as her students devotedly call her, epitomizes Warrior pride. When a Whitfield team is competing, it’s a safe bet that Sheila is in attendance – either as a fan, running the clock or overseeing the scorer’s table. The same holds true for concerts, plays, grade level exhibitions, art shows, and more. She will be remembered fondly for her enthusiasm and unwavering commitment to go above-and-beyond daily professional responsibilities, of being kind and doing the right thing, and of always being there for students, parents, colleagues and alumni.