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CommunityFebruary 12, 2025

Photo gallery: Cape Public Schools Foundation's annual Penguin Party 2025

The Cape Girardeau Public Schools Foundation hosted its 19th annual Penguin Party, raising significant funds for educational grants and programs.

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Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens
Attendees have fun looking for props to use when getting their photo taken during Cape Girardeau Public Schools Foundation's annual Penguin Party fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 8, at Drury Plaza Hotel Cape Girardeau Conference Center.
Attendees have fun looking for props to use when getting their photo taken during Cape Girardeau Public Schools Foundation's annual Penguin Party fundraiser Saturday, Feb. 8, at Drury Plaza Hotel Cape Girardeau Conference Center.Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
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Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
Gala attendees look over the silent auction items during the Cape Girardeau Public Schools Foundation's annual Penguin Party fundraiser
Gala attendees look over the silent auction items during the Cape Girardeau Public Schools Foundation's annual Penguin Party fundraiserAlyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
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Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
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Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
Cape middle school students, Lamiya Madison and Chloe Newbern take a break from ushering guests to their seats.
Cape middle school students, Lamiya Madison and Chloe Newbern take a break from ushering guests to their seats.Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
Cape Merkley Kids Dental table members gather for a photo
Cape Merkley Kids Dental table members gather for a photoAlyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
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Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
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Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
Ladies look at the several silent auction items before the live auction starts
Ladies look at the several silent auction items before the live auction startsAlyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
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Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
Friends gather to take a funny photo at the photo booth 
Friends gather to take a funny photo at the photo booth Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
The Schlotterbeck's smile for the camera.
The Schlotterbeck's smile for the camera.Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
Members of the SEMO table pose for a photo before the live auction starts
Members of the SEMO table pose for a photo before the live auction startsAlyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
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Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
Friends gather to take a funny photo at the photo booth 
Friends gather to take a funny photo at the photo booth Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com
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Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens ~ alunsford@semissourian.com

Cape Girardeau Public Schools Foundation held its 19th annual Penguin Party on Saturday, Feb. 8, at Drury Plaza Hotel Cape Girardeau Conference Center.

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The event raises between $100,000 and $200,000 each year. Last year, the gala raised $117,000. Proceeds from the event go toward Innovative Teaching Grants, after-school clubs and programs, athletics and essential student and staff needs throughout the district.

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