The SAC Alumni Association

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You missed a dandy if you didn’t attend the ball, the SAC Alumni Lighthouse Award and Gala Ball on Saturday, October 19, 2024! For those who came out, I know you can attest to our incredible time. Trust me, you don’t want to miss next year’s ball or any exciting events we have in store! We lit up the Atlantis Ballroom under the theme "Junkanoo Masquerade: Celebrating the Big Red," Let me tell you, the night was pure magic. The energy was electric, the vibe was unmatched, and it was nothing short of spectacular! ✨

We kicked things off with none other than the winningest group, The Valley Boys Junkanoo Group, and yes, there is only one Valley Boys! Of course, we kept the party going with the amazing Essence Band, ensuring the dance floor stayed packed all night. I told y’all to bring your dancing shoes, but some of you didn’t listen! 😅 I had to ditch my heels and slip into flats to keep up! 💃

And can we talk about the food and drinks? Absolutely on point! The open bar flowed, and I’m sure you and your guests enjoyed every sip. 🍹 The cocktail party was a real treat, with the talented Garvin Tynes Choir serenading us and setting the perfect tone for the evening.

We also made history together, family! For the first time, we had both SAC’s past and current principals in attendance, along with their staff, faculty, and the SAC Board. This was indeed a new beginning for us, and with your support, we will take these events to even greater heights.

But listen, the celebration doesn’t stop here. The SAC Alumni Association needs YOU; of course, SAC needs our unwavering support. We can’t do this without our dynamic alumni family! We look forward to seeing your alumni dues next year, your presence at future events, and your generous financial and in-kind support. If you couldn’t attend the ball, don’t worry—you can still contribute to the SAC Alumni Tuition Grant Program. Together, we will keep this SAC family stronger than ever! 💪

Just a few reminders:

Please mark your calendars for November 9 as we partner with SAC for the Uncle Lou Fun Run Walk, Souse-out, and Back to SAC Grill-out on campus. Please spread the word, and let’s keep this SAC family united and growing!

My fellow alumni, I love and appreciate each of you, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to serve as your president. Thank you for trusting me to help transform the SAC Alumni Association. As our Title Sponsor perfectly put it, let’s never forget who helped us achieve success—outside of God, who makes all things possible, it’s our SAC family. Now it’s our turn to give back to the best school in the world, SAC.

With deep gratitude,
Dr. Anastasia Brown,JP
President, SAC Alumni Association

SAC Alums, we are just four weeks away from a night dedicated to celebrating YOU, our extraordinary SAC Alumni! 🎉 Mark your calendars for October 19th as we honor our outstanding alums for their incredible achievements. With Junkanoo confirmed, the Essence Band is ready to light up the stage, and an exciting evening is planned. It will be unforgettable! Our Ball Committee, led by Chair Mrs. Lisa R. McCartney, has crafted a night filled with excitement and dancing. So, don't forget your dancing shoes!

Thanks to our honoree, Brynda Knowles, our celebration continued on Bahamas@Sunrise on Friday, September 20th, showcasing our alumni and their remarkable accomplishments. The media highlighted James Clarke, recipient of the Uncle Lou Award, Dr. Dion Cunningham for Alumni Achievement in the Arts, and Bishop Valentino Williams for Alumni Achievement in Religion, underscoring our alums's diverse and impressive achievements.

A heartfelt thank you to our Title Sponsor, Dr. Don Diego Deveaux from Oaktree Medical, and our Bronze Sponsor, BakerTilly, for their generous support. Alumni, your support is crucial to us.

Opportunities remain for Gold and Silver sponsorships. Please let us know if you know someone who can help us with this. We also welcome contributions, including raffle prizes, door prizes, or in-kind services. Your support allows us to make this night truly unforgettable and underscores the integral role you play in the success of our event.

We are ramping up our media and radio appearances, so stay tuned—you won't want to miss out!

Friendly Reminders:

Ad Deadline: Special thanks to everyone who has submitted or placed ads on your class's behalf, an honoree, or your business. Your support directly contributes to our tuition grant. If you couldn't place an ad but still want to support, donations of any amount are welcome—$10, $20, $50, or one thousand or more. Let us rally behind this year's honorees and surpass our goal of raising $50,000 for the tuition fund. Remember, every dollar counts for SAC!

Ticket Purchase: If you still need to purchase your tickets, please do so as soon as possible! Tickets are $300 and can be reserved through MobileAssist or by transferring funds directly to the SAC Alumni Account. Please include your name and table number in the transfer details. If you transfer, please send us an email because tickets are electronic.

Sac Alums, let us make October 19th a night to remember. We can't do this without your support. Bring your energy and dancing shoes, and let's eagerly anticipate and celebrate SAC's legacy!

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Today, we held a press conference at St. Augustine’s College to officially announce our honorees for the 4th Annual Lighthouse Awards and Gala Ball! Present were Dr. Don Diego Deveaux, Oaktree Medical, SAC Principal and Administrators, Dr. Anastasia Brown, President of SAC Alumni, Vice President Osbourne Moxey, and two of our honorees along with members of the Ball Committee.

We’re thrilled to celebrate this year’s incredible theme, “Junkanoo Masquerade: Celebrating the Big Red”, under the esteemed patronage of The Most Reverend Archbishop Patrick Pinder.

Mark your calendars for October 19, 2024, at the Atlantis Ballroom!

We are proud to honor 21 outstanding individuals for their achievements, including:

Algernon Cargill and Daphne DeGregory-Miaoulis - SAC Alumnus/Alumna of The Year
Dr. Linda Davis, Anthony Bostwick, Jeffrey Lloyd, and Senator Michael Halkitis - Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award
Devynne Charlton, Melissa Darville, Bishop Valentino Williams, Dr. Dion Cunningham, Dr. Monique Francis-Hinsey, and Christopher Saunders - Alumni Achievement Award
The Davis Family - SACA Legacy Award
Brynda Knowles, Charles Michael Wright, Hon. Melanie Griffin, and Nicholas Rees - Spotlight Award
Shantel Cox-Hutchenson - Humanitarian Award
Dwayne Davis - Alumni of the Decade Award
James Clarke - Uncle Lou Award
Hiltina Scott - Spirit Award
How Can You Get Involved?

Attend the Ball – Make the evening special with your presence!

Become a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Sponsor – Gain amazing promotional opportunities and support our cause.

Purchase an Advertisement – Showcase your business or celebrate our honorees while supporting the Scholarship Fund.

Donate a Prize or Service in Kind – Help us raise additional funds and ensure the continued success of this event.

With your support, we have provided over $25,000 in tuition assistance this year and sponsored several on-campus events. Let’s continue to make a difference together!

Join us for an exciting night, live entertainment by the Essence Band, and a spectacular Junkanoo Rush Out. Together, we can make this the best Lighthouse Awards and Gala Ball yet!

For tickets, ads, or donations, please contact us at [email protected].

Let’s celebrate “The Big Red” in grand style!

Dr. Anastasia Brown
President, SAC Alumni Association

Good morning. Let us congratulate our 21 SAC Alumni Honourees. We are happy to announce that Oaktree Medical, owned by Dr. Don Deveaux and his wife are our Title Sponsor. We are encouraging alumni to attend and to take out an ad for your class or your business for the souvenir booklet. The funds from the ads are airmarked for the tuition grant. Let us celebrate our honourees🙌🏾🙌🏾

Good morning. We thank Felicity Darville from the SAC Class of 1995 for writing this excellent article on the SAC Lighthouse Alumna of the year, Daphne DeGregory-Miaoulis, who is from the SAC Class of 1971. SAC Lighthouse Awards and Gala Ball will be held at Atlantis on October 19, 2024. Tickets are now available on Mobile Assist.