As you've heard us say before, Teachstone has a lot to be thankful for this year. Here's another one to add to the gratitude list: a fantastic 2013 holiday party!

Last night the team gussied up and gathered at Restoration Hall at Old Trail Golf Club for food, fellowship, and general fa-la-la-la-la-ing.

Highlights:

  • A photo booth manned by Teachstone's own photographer extraordinaire, JJ Cohoon
  • A white elephant gift exchange with gifts well suited to all Teachstone personalities, from the kid-at-heart (toy hamsters!), to the caffeine addict (gift certificates to nearby coffee shops!), to the animal lover (a real-life beta fish!)
  • Food, food, and more food
  • A hot chocolate bar featuring a dizzying—and sugar coma-inducing—array of fixings: marshmallows (mini and jumbo), whipped cream, peppermint sticks, chocolate chips, caramel, and sooo much more

The only downside? We missed our field staff. Luckily, a few were able to receive some holiday cheer from their co-workers virtually via Skype.

We count ourselves lucky to be part of such a professional, dedicated, hard-working team that also knows how to have fun—as evidenced by these photos.

May your holidays be every bit as merry and bright goofy.