The Gazebo Gazette
LONG BEACH (GG) — The Long Beach Excellence in Education Foundation, in partnership with the Long Beach School District (LBSD), P.E.O Chapter B-Long Beach, and Stevens Eye Care will be hosting an upcoming Thanks a Brunch! reception for all LBSD retirees. The event will be held Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Catholic Church Community Center on East Beach Blvd. in Long Beach.
Attendees will enjoy a delicious brunch and biscuit bar and have an opportunity to reconnect with friends while learning what’s new at the Long Beach School District. The Foundation and its partners hope all retirees will attend and enjoy reminiscing and visiting with their former co-workers and friends.
The Long Beach Excellence in Education Foundation provides support to the Long Beach School District through the award of scholarships to students, the award of grants to staff for educational projects and the sponsorship of several staff and student recognition programs.
P.E.O. is an international philanthropic educational organization working to advance the educational opportunities of women through scholarships, grants, and loans. Chapter B-Long Beach was chartered in March 1930.
Stevens Eye Care is joining as a sponsor of the event this year. Born and raised in Long Beach, Ophthalmologist Clayton Stevens, MD, provides expert eye care support at Stevens Eye Care in Biloxi. He provides advanced implants for cataract surgery, glaucoma support, and diabetic eye care management. Dr. Stevens is also available for eye care emergencies as well as routine eye checks and eyewear prescriptions.
Information regarding all of these organizations will be displayed at the event. For planning purposes, an RSVP is needed. Please contact Vivian Ward by call or text at (228)861-2763 or by email: lbexcellenceineducation@gmail.com if you plan to attend or for any questions you may have.
(Photo submitted by LBEE)
