When Aisha and Stephen Gillett moved to Southlake in 2021 with their eight children, they quickly recognized something extraordinary about the Carroll community. As high school sweethearts who have spent the last two decades raising a large family across three different states, they understood the profound impact a strong school system can have on children and families alike. What they discovered in Carroll ISD was something uniquely special — a community deeply invested in its schools, teachers, and students.

The verdict is in, and darling, it’s dazzling. CEF Culinary Celebration: Party in the Palms, presented by Park Place Grapevine, was officially the must-attend event of the season — a night where glamour met giving under the glow of the palms and perfectly poured generosity.