The St. John's Episcopal School faculty and staff were treated to a special luncheon last week, compliments of the Parents Association. The Parents Association’s Tablescapes Luncheon is highly anticipated each year and a testament to the spirit of community at St. John’s. This year's theme, People of Influence -- An Expression of Gratitude, included elaborate table décor, delicious lunches, plentiful prizes, and fun for all in attendance.

A highlight of the afternoon was a short video "starring" St. John's students and alumni. Filmed and edited by parents Laura Braasch and Elizabeth Hamilton and alumna Alex Poscente, the video shared student and alumni perspectives on the influence of St. John’s teachers on their lives. Watch the video.

Special thanks go to the dedicated event chairs, Laura Braasch and Elizabeth Hamilton, and to the generous raffle donors and team of volunteers who helped serve lunch, photograph, and class-sit during the luncheon. This year's tables were exceptionally creative and beautifully executed by designers and table hosts:

Walt Disney: Katharine Horvat, Heather Stubbings, Claudia Breedlove, Amy Leap and Julie Atwell

Elvis: Kelli Culpepper Hall and Stephanie Taylor

F. Scott Fitzgerald: Lindsay White, Emily Miller and Kerri Johnson

Benjamin Franklin: Lane Olson, Meg Berg, Ashley Martin and Emily Evans

Jackie O: Donna Vaught, Stephanie Howells and Cris Partida

Steve Jobs: Allison Methvin and Shea Davis

Scarlett O'Hara: Amy Lauten, Liz Lamberson and Susan O'Neill - all of Southern Contemporary Design

Oprah: Hillary DeGroote and Angela Thornhill

J.K. Rowling: Cindy Moore, Tonya Vernooy and Shay Ometz

Martha Stewart: Lauren Christensen and Veronica Owens

Andy Warhol: Kiki Simpson, Alison Silliman and Amanda Campbell

Wonder Woman: Melissa Eakes, Holly Lemons and Kathy Row