McDonogh School — News & Events

Mules Headmaster House Dedicated (4/30)

An intimate group of family and friends gathered at the home of Headmaster Charlie Britton on the evening of April 24 for a ceremony to officially rename the house in honor of former Headmaster William C. Mules ’59.

Attention McDonogh Community: Storm Update- 6/30/12 9:00 am (6/30)

Due to the storm on Friday McDonogh is closed for activities Saturday, June 30 and Sunday, July 1.

Making A Scene (11/15)

McDonogh's Director of Fine and Performing Arts, Kevin Costa, has written a short reflection, which is featured on the Folger Library's website in the education digest, "Making a Scene."

Watch the Video of Des Corcoran's Memorial Service (9/15)

Horsin' Around with IAAM (7/26)

On Saturday, August 28, IAAM will be hosting The Horsin’ Around 5K at Shawan Downs in Hunt Valley in order to kick off the 2010-2011 athletic season.

Calling Cavalry and Riding Alumni (6/7)

Upon completion of the Eagle's Nest, McDonogh's new state-of-the art indoor riding facility, the idea was conceived to build an outdoor brick patio, adjacent to the ring, where students, spectators, and competitors can congregate.

Headmaster's Day 2010 (5/18)

More than an awards ceremony, the annual Headmaster’s Day allows the whole school to gather and show appreciation for the men and women who have spent a great portion of their lives making McDonogh what it is.

Hear Songs of Spring (5/6)

If you missed the Upper School choral ensembles' spring concert on May 1 and 2, watch the performances online!

Headmaster visits Florida Alums (3/30)

Charlie Britton enjoyed a reprieve from Baltimore's bleak winter when he joined members of the McDonogh community in Florida.

Alumni Gather in the Big Apple (1/22)

It was a packed Public House on January 22, 2009 when alumni from New York City joined Headmaster Charlie Britton and veteran faculty Laddie Levy '63 and Mina Wender for our annual regional event.

Young Alumni Gather on Turkey Day (11/27)

Alumni from the classes of 2005 through 2008 joined McDonogh's senior class for breakfast on Thanksgiving morning.

McDonogh Goes West (11/19)

On November 19, 2008, alumni of all ages filled the home of Steven '86 and Debbie Oh when McDonogh visited L.A.

San Francisco Alumni Event (11/18)

Alumni in the Bay Area enjoyed conversation and camaraderie on November 18, 2008 at the beautiful and scenic Hotel Vitale in the heart of the city.

McDonogh Holds Regional Event in Nation's Capital (11/3)

Members of the McDonogh community in the Washington, DC area gathered for a cocktail reception at District ChopHouse on September 25, 2008.

Hundreds Reunite During Alumni Reunion Weekend (11/3)

Alums returned home on May 2 and 3 to celebrate Reunion Weekend. Classes ending in 3 and 8 enjoyed milestone reunion parties. The 50th reunion class, 1958, celebrated with two parties, and the Class of 1943, celebrating its 65th, enjoyed a lunch at Headmaster Charlie Britton's house.

The Class of 1958 Celebrates its 50th in Style (11/3)

For over a year, members of the Class of 1958 have been planning how to make their 50th reunion the most memorable one yet.

Honors for Ed Kenney (11/3)

Former art teacher, department chair, and campus artist Ed Kenney was honored with the Alumni Association's Distinguished Service Award at a special ceremony May 2 in Tagart Memorial Chapel.

Baltimore Area Alumni Dine with the Headmaster (11/3)

Baltimore alumni spanning seven decades - from 1942 through 2000 - had an opportunity to hear from new Headmaster Charlie Britton at a luncheon on Wednesday, March 12 at Christopher Daniel Restaurant.

McDonogh Hits the Big Apple (11/3)

Film producers, teachers, plastic surgeons, stay-at-home parents, and financial gurus were among those in NYC who all shared something in common - having attended McDonogh.

College-age alumni "come home" (11/3)

For many, Thanksgiving morning was the first time recent McDonogh graduates had returned to campus since graduation.

Alumni, parents, and faculty show true school spirit (11/3)

The McDonogh family showed its true orange and black colors during McDonogh's Orange & Black Weekend on November 9 & 10.

Marc Blum '60 Named McDonogh Fellow (11/3)

On September 30, the Board of Trustees named Marc P. Blum '60 as a John McDonogh Fellow "for the love and support that he has so generously provided." The designation recognizes McDonogh's most generous benefactors.

McDonogh Visits Houston (11/3)

Alumni and their guests enjoyed cocktails and conversation at a regional event in Houston on October 2 at River Oaks Country Club. Many thanks to Bruce Bilger '70 and Dave Smith '77 for their help in organizing.

Philadelphia Alumni Regional (11/3)

Members of the McDonogh family in the Philadelphia area had an opportunity to meet new headmaster, Charlie Britton, and watch the McDonogh Eagles football team take on Penn Charter School on Saturday, September 15.

New Yorkers gather for a great night (11/3)

A record crowd of McDonogh alumni, parents, and friends convened on February 22 at the Cub Room in New York City, where they joined current faculty members John Van Meter and Jeff Sanborn.

McDonogh Visits Florida (11/3)

McDonogh went on location to warm and sunny Florida for three regional events.

Alumni Gather for Lunch and Camaraderie (11/3)

On December 13, alumni from the classes of 1935 to 1960 and their spouses/guests enjoyed a delicious lunch and entertainment from McDonogh's own Gentlemen Songsters and the Women of Note, led by Philip Olsen.

Alumni Splash (11/3)

Swimming and water polo alumni from the last 15 years made a big splash in the new Henry A. Rosenberg, Jr. Aquatic Center on Friday, November 24.

Alumni Thanksgiving Breakfast (11/3)

The largest turnout ever of college-age alums and seniors gathered in Lamborn Hall for the headmaster's annual Thanksgiving breakfast on November 23.

McDonogh Hits Richmond (11/3)

Richmond area alumni gathered at the home of Mary Kay and Bill Widhelm '86 on Thursday, October 5.

33rd Annual McDonogh Golf Classic (11/3)

A record number of alumni, parents, faculty and friends teed up at Chestnut Ridge Country Club on Monday, October 20 to partake in McDonogh's 33rd Annual McDonogh Golf Classic.

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