r On Friday, April 15, Payson High School will be holding a Payson Pride Banquet. The banquet will be held at Payson Junior High School in the cafetorium. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. A turkey dinner will be served between 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. This will include dessert provided by Eli’s. During which entertainment, and a silent auction will take place. A live auction will follow the dinner hour and will go from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. The auctions will include hand crafted furniture, shooting lessons, golf packages, prom packages, massages, and much more. All items are donated by local businesses and members of the community. Entertainment will be provided by the high schools different performance clubs and teams. Tickets are $20 dollars for adults and $10 dollars for students.
All proceeds from this event will be used to fund the new bronze lion sculpture that will be installed in the main entrance of the high school. Payson High School student MaKay Hooley has sculpted a six foot tall life sized lion that is at the foundry being bronzed.
All members of the community, Payson High School alumni, business owners, students, relatives, and anyone who is proud to be a member of the Payson community is invited and welcome to attend and participate in this community event in support of Payson High School and MaKay Hooley.
Tickets can be purchased at the finance office located in Payson High School (801-465-6025). If interested in making a donation for the auctions, contact Mrs. Julie Gowans (julie.gowans@nebo.edu). Tickets can also be purchased from Julie or any student council member. Thank you for your support and generous donations for this cause.
