Entries by MaroonNola

The Future: Continuing the Legacy of Excellence of McDonogh 35 High School

The Urban League of Louisiana hosted a series of focus groups on The Future: Continuing the Legacy of Excellence of McDonogh 35 High School. Join the Urban League and review the feedback we’ve received from the convening’s with McDonogh 35 High School alumni, current students, parents, teachers and recent alumni. Childcare, transportation and refreshments provided. […]

Centennial Scholarship Gala

On Saturday, May 26, 2018, nearly 400 Alumni, their family and friends gathered at Mardi Gras World to celebrate the culmination of celebrations in honor of the Centennial year of our historic school. Alumni from the classes of 1946 to 2017 were present. Each attendee received a bag of goodies that included a commemorative program, […]

Roneagle Spotlight: Army Pfc. Willie Earl. Blue

Army Pfc. Willie Earl. Blue, 19, of New Orleans, accounted for on Sept. 26, 2017, will be buried May 29 in Dallas, Texas.  In August 1950, Blue was a member of Company K, 3rd Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division, taking part in defending the Naktong Bulge portion of the Pusan Perimeter.  He was reported missing in action as of […]

Centennial Scholarship Run/Walk

On Saturday, April 21, 2018, a group of Roneagles, OPSB Staffers and family members journeyed from our former Kerlerec blacktop to our Cadillac campus for a great cause.  The Centennial Scholarship Walk raised over $1,500 for scholarships and school resources.  Thanks to our major sponsor, the Nola Foundation, and everyone who participated and/or donated to […]

Roneagle Spotlight: Margaret Montgomery-Richard, PhD

Dr. Margaret Montgomery-Richard is the Owner/Principal of DMM & Associates, LLC, a performance management consulting firm.  She is passionate for community engagement and outreach, has mentored several young men and women through Masters and PhD programs; some of whom are currently serving as Chancellor, Vice Presidents, Provost, and college and non-profit administrators, at various levels. Dr. […]

Roneagle in the Spotlight: Dr. Zakee O. Shabazz, DPM

Dr. Zakee O. Shabazz, DPM, serves the Washington D.C. area from his private practice, Fair Oaks Podiatry & Sports Medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. Believing that feet provide the foundation for a healthy life, Dr. Shabazz specializes in the treatment of wound care, sports medicine, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Shabazz offers the latest […]

Nominations and Board Elections

If you are interested or would like to nominate an Alumni Association member to serve on the Board of Directors, please submit the attached nomination format the May 3, 2018 meeting or via mail by May 15, 2018. Elections will take place at the June General Membership meeting.

Centennial Gala Souvenir Booklet

On Saturday, May 26, 2018, the McDonogh 35 Alumni Association is hosting a gala to celebrate McDonogh 35 High School’s Centennial. The Maroon & Gold Centennial Scholarship Gala will bring together alumni, students, community leaders, and a host of organizations from all over the world. It will be a fun-filled evening of live entertainment, silent auctions, and fundraising. We would like to […]

Roneagle in the Spotlight: Sonya Johnson

Sonya Johnson grew up in New Orleans and graduated from McDonogh 35 Class of 1988.  After graduation, she chose to attend college out of state.  Mrs. Gladys Torregano, the guidance counselor at McDonogh 35 and graduate of Tuskegee University, suggested Sonya consider the only HBCU at the time offering a BS in Aerospace Engineering.   Sonya […]