McDonogh School — News & Events

Washington Post Prints Photo By Jay Kraska '08 (3/8)

A photo by Jay Kraska '08 appeared in the Read More

Erbe '05, Botek '06, and T. Fiorito '08 in the News (3/5)

Read about alums Brandon Erbe, Anne-Marie Botek, and Tyler Fiorito: Erbe in baseball, Botek in swimming, and Fiorito in lacrosse. All three working hard to succeed in their respective sports.

Between Storms, MS Honors Chorus Performs at Disney World (3/2)

While Baltimore was digging out from a record snowfall on Sunday, February 8, the MS honors choir was performing at Disney World.

Math Specialist Regina Karwacki Honored as Master Teacher (2/25)

Known for her enthusiasm and creativity, math specialist Regina Karwacki likes to make learning math a celebration for lower schoolers. Last night, the celebration was all about Karwacki. At the conclusion of the annual winter faculty-staff meeting, Karwacki received the Major Louis E. “Doc” Lamborn Master Teaching Chair from Headmaster Charlie Britton.

The Turtle Cam is Back (2/4)

The turtle cam is back in operation! See the diamondback terrapin being raised by Rick Thompson's eighth grade science students.

Will People Write About Us When We Are Gone? (2/1)

History teacher Dave Harley reflects on the significant and profound loss of iconic former colleagues Marty McKibbin and Robin Coblentz.

"Mission Emmanuel" Takes Shape (2/22)

Emmanuel Yeboah, born with only one leg, rode a bike across his native Ghana to prove that the physically challenged can achieve great things.

Headmaster visits Florida Alums (4/27)

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 (4/27)

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 (4/27)

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

McDonogh Goes West (4/27)

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 (4/27)

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.

33rd Annual McDonogh Golf Classic (12/4)

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.

McDonogh Holds Regional Event in Nation's Capital (9/26)

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 (9/19)

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 (9/19)

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 (9/19)

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 (9/19)

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 (9/19)

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" (11/29)

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 (11/29)

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 (11/26)

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 (10/4)

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 (9/21)

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 (2/27)

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 (1/29)

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

Alumni Gather for Lunch and Camaraderie (12/15)

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 (12/15)

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 (12/15)

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 (10/10)

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

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