Summer 2025

208 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • S U M M E R 2 0 2 5 ~ THE P EN I NS U L A S C ENE ~ Thrive & Shine: A Night to Remember Soraya Cayen, Luca & Katrina Maestri Photos by Kelli Uldall C hartwell School’s Thrive & Shine: An Evening of Illumination welcomed over 200 guests at the Portola Hotel and Spa in celebration of neu- rodiverse learners. Hosted by Dan Green, the night featured student performances, vibrant décor, an aerialist and a live painting by artists Paul Richmond and Briden Schueren.The event raised funds for school programs and outreach efforts through the Chartwell Teaching Institute. Jennifer Rosenthal, Gina Nucci Ross & Lauren Merrill, Alisa & Derrick Barnes Mia, Santino, and Daniela Turri Joanna Devers, Judy & Steve Nejasmich, Donna Ferraro Paul Richmond, Briden Schueren Jeremy & Bri Coulter, Kathryn Ann Myers, Jonathan Ortiz-Myers Danielle Patterson, Jodi Amaditz, Heidi & Philip Daunt Jamie, Clement, Sydney, and Carmen Miller Randy & PlashaWill, Mollie & Tom O’Neal Russ Simon, Beth Harris, Shary Farr, Jeff Price Mick & Nikki McMaham Ella Bronson, Judah Coulter, Stacy Meheen, Seth Coulter, Jillian Bronson Erika & Stephen Malbon Photos: Kelli Uldall