Auction
It's the Event of the Year!
The WES Auction Gala is the social event of the year! The entire WES community is encouraged to come together to join in the fun! Each year, our Auction Committee develops an exciting theme and delivers a memorable and jovial night that is shared with friends–all while giving back to the school we treasure.
The evening includes:
- Silent Auction: Unique items only available on Auction night
- Live Auction: Exciting bidding opportunities during our sumptuous seated dinner
- Raise Your Paddle: A special project that benefits all WES Dragons
- Dancing to a DJ: Dance the night away to tunes curated by a professional DJ
“A Night in Casablanca” – In 2020, the WES gym was transformed into a magical Marrakech scene in support of our school community.
Auction 2026: A Soirée to Bond
For our 2026 Auction Gala, Chair Nick Lellenberg and the Auction Committee harnessed their cinephile expertise to host an unforgettable evening around the theme A Soirée to Bond. An avid James Bond enthusiast, Nick pitched this Auction theme for years and we were excited to finally bring the cool, suave style of the world’s most famous 00 agent to life.
Nearly 300 guests in sparkly dresses, tuxedoes, and henchmen costumes traversed the red carpet as they entered a James Bond premiere. They were then transported to an undersea lair in Jamaica, Iceland, and a casino in Monte Carlo. Delicious food and libations, an ice sculpture, a Live Auction worthy of any blockbuster plot, a charming WES video, raffles, and dancing until the stroke of midnight all made for a memorable evening.
We are immensely grateful to our community for their support planning the event, and for participating in giving. The generosity of our attendees and bidders (both in person and from home), patrons, donors, sponsors, advertisers, cash donors, committee members, Class Keepsake coordinators, the Fathers Club, and our Advancement and Facilities staff ensured that we all enjoyed bonding over this fantastic event!
2026 Auction Catalog
Cheers to the roaring twenties! WES auction co-chairs strike a pose at the 2024 “Roaring 20s”-themed Gala, where flapper fashion and community spirit lit up the night.
A spirited show of support—WES parents raise their paddles high during the live auction at the annual Gala, helping to fund opportunities for students and educators.
“The auction is more than just a night of fun—it’s a celebration of our community’s generosity and a powerful reminder of what we can achieve together for our students.”
A night to remember! WES parents channel prom night magic at the 2023 auction, complete with varsity jackets, a live band, and plenty of dancing under the lights.