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Mark your calendars and join us in making this year’s Spring Auction a joyful and meaningful success for our entire SAA community.

We are delighted to announce the return of Science & Arts Academy’s annual fundraising tradition, the Spring Auction! Bidding will open online the evening of Monday, May 11, and continue through the evening of Sunday, May 17.

Throughout the week, the SAA community can browse and bid online. The auction will feature the beloved Time with Teacher experiences, offering students unforgettable, one-of-a-kind moments with our exceptional faculty and staff, alongside a thoughtfully curated collection of distinctive items, special outings, and exclusive opportunities available only to the SAA community. A centerpiece of this year’s auction will be a stunning collaborative art piece incorporating contributions from every SAA student, a powerful and beautiful reflection of our shared community.

During auction week, we’ll also offer opportunities for parents to view select auction items up close and experience the excitement firsthand. These moments are a chance to gather, connect with our community, and enjoy the energy of the week together. As we get closer, we’ll begin sharing previews of featured items and categories to give everyone a first look at the treasures ahead.

As always, every bid directly supports the people and programs that make Science & Arts Academy such an extraordinary place to learn and grow. 

Donate to the Auction

The SAA community is invited to help make this important fundraiser a success! Our thoughtfully curated silent auction, created especially for Science & Arts Academy, will feature meaningful items and experiences that reflect the spirit of our school.

Community members are encouraged to contribute auction items or experiences, whether through personal talents, professional connections, or favorite local businesses. One-of-a-kind items, event tickets, services, hosted experiences, themed baskets, and gift cards of any amount are all wonderful additions. Every donation helps create an exciting and engaging auction while directly supporting the students, teachers, and programs that make Science & Arts Academy so extraordinary.

Join us in making the 2026 Spring Auction a celebration of our community. Please contact us with any questions or to discuss a donation idea. 

Thank you for helping make this year’s Spring Auction a true reflection of the SAA spirit!

Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our EIN is 36-3838771.

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Whether you choose to bid, make a direct gift to our annual giving campaign, or participate in both, your generosity advances our overall fundraising goals and strengthens the daily experience of every SAA student. 

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2026 Spring Auction Committee

Fariel Ali, Current Parent
Kirsten Bedway, Chair, Board of Trustees, Alumni Parent
Bert Gutierrez Wynne, Board of Trustees, Current & Alumni Parent

Anita Kaimal, Current Parent
Kerbie Neal, Board of Trustees, Current Parent
Joanna Zisis, Director of Marketing, Communications & Advancement