RASHAD V. CHAMBERS
Founder and President
Esquire Entertainment
2025 Distinguished
Alumni of the Year
ROTARY CLUB OF
FOREST HILLS
2025 Community Partner Award
LORI MCDOWELL
Teacher
Woodland Hills School District
2025 Distinguished
Educator of the Year
Join us on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at Edgewood Country Club as we celebrate a few of the “stars” of Woodland Hills School District. We’ll honor our Distinguished Alumni of the Year, Rashad V. Chambers, a Tony Award-winning producer, talent manager, and lawyer; and our Distinguished Educator of the Year, Lori McDowell, a Woodland Hills teacher for 30+ years and founder of the Caileigh Lynn McDowell Foundation.
Feel like a celebrity as you walk the red carpet and pose for photos with our “paparazzi” in front of the glamorous Starry Night Gala backdrop! Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres while you browse our incredible silent auction, featuring artwork by Woodland Hills students, exclusive trips, fine jewelry, and more. Raise a glass of wine in celebration of our honorees. Then, dance the night away to a blend of rock, country, and pop hits performed by Walkin’ Rosie, Pittsburgh’s premier cover band featuring talented Woodland Hills School District alumni!
Don’t miss this magical evening of glamour, celebration, and community spirit! Secure your tickets today and be part of this unforgettable night with the “stars.”
Gail Evans-Potter
Fitness Coach
Wilmerding Community
Center
Kitty Glasser
UPMC
Beth Lott
Volunteer Coordinator
Honorable
Abigail Salisbury
Pennsylvania State
Representative
Dr. Shelly A. Manns
Co-Principal
Woodland Hills High School
Grace Moon
Woodland Hills
Class of 2024
Alicia Scaramuzzo
Music Teacher
Woodland Hills School District
ABOUT THE DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI OF THE YEAR AWARD
The Distinguished Alumni of the Year Award is awarded annually to an alumni from Woodland Hills who has made an impact on our current students and/or community. The ideal winner will have not only achieved excellence in their career but also has volunteered or given of themselves and their time in an exemplary way.
ABOUT THE DISTINGUISHED EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD
For the third year, our Distinguished Educator of the Year Award recognizes the influential role our educators play in shaping future leaders. This award honors and celebrates educators in Woodland Hills School District for their outstanding accomplishments and commitment to education.
ABOUT THE STUDENT ART CONTEST
Our Third Annual Student Art Contest Winners have been announced! Learn more below.
Do you have a knack for creating fabulous gift baskets? Are you connected to local businesses or can connect us with business owners might be interested in donating? We need your help!
Funds raised during the gala make our work possible but we cannot do it alone. If you own a business or know someone who does, please consider donating to our Silent Auction. We've had donations like handy-man services, art from private collections, corporate box seats for sporting events, homemade goods from small business owners and more! When you help us, you're really helping the students, teachers and families in Woodland Hills School District. So please, consider what you might have to offer, and click the link below to download our Silent Auction packet on our website. We can't wait to see who steps up to the plate!
Help us create memorable gift baskets and other prizes for our silent auction by contributing items that will make our event truly special.
THANKS TO OUR AUCTION DONORS...SO FAR!
