Omar Mason installed the 2018-2020 Board of Directors at the beginning of our November general membership meeting. Join the association, if you are not a member, Encourage members of your graduating class to join. Join a committee, if you are a member.
Mr. Harold Clay, Executive Director of McDonogh 35, and his leadership team have decided to provide academic incentives to students as per the attached document. Of course, alumni support is needed to help fund the awards for students. Each one of us is requested to give at least $135 to provide a jacket or cash incentive to students who earn the awards. In addition, at the end of the school year, Mr. Clay would like to recognize students who make noteworthy growth during the year. The first awards will be given at the end of the first semester so we have some time to make our contributions and raise funds for this important endeavor. A link will be added to the drop down menu on our Association’s website so you can donate online. If you prefer to write or send a check, make it payable to the McDonogh 35 Alumni Association and in the memo line write: Donation for Sponsor a Scholar. All donations are welcome. Of course, we are looking for donors who are able to give substantial dollars, so if you are able, give more, and please share this request with others who may have philanthropic goals and financial resources. In addition to financial support, mentors are needed to support and encourage students throughout the year. If you are interested in mentoring a student or a small group of students, contact Ms. Gipson who will be in charge of Culture and Climate at the school.
Purchase your 2018 Roneagle Football Pass at the Alumni online store. The cost of the Pass is $30, and they can be picked up at the tailgate on 9/1/18. Deadline to purchase is 08/21/18.
The first day of school is August 17. Let’s all be at the school by 7:15am to welcome our Roneagles and wish them a successful school year. Wear your Roneagle gear.
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.
Contact the Urban League at 504-620-2332 if you need transportation.
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, Centennial year beads, and a second line handkerchief. A VIP reception, silent auction, great music, delicious food and drinks helped make the evening special. Our President, Dr. Darryl Kilbert, boldly and eloquently greeted our guests. Superintendent Henderson Lewis shared a message highlighting some of the alumni who have made significant contributions to our community. General Russel Honoré delivered a spirited keynote address in his signature style. Awards were presented to pay tribute to distinguished faculty. A special service award was given to Troy Meloncon, chair of the Centennial Committee, for her tireless work on behalf of the Association and her outstanding work in bringing the gala to reality. Vice President Ivory thanked all of the gala supporters and attendees, and charged all alumni to continue to work on behalf of our beloved school. Adonis Expose’and Essence Harris teamed up to raise over $2200 at the silent auction. Everyone looked beautiful in their formal attire and all agreed that this inaugural gala was a fitting and awesome celebration in honor of our school’s 100 years of existence. It is up to all of us to work diligently to make sure our school is around for the next 100 years and beyond.