The excitement of Spirit Week continues through Sunday, November 5. We
hope
you will don your orange and black and join the fun! Here's what you need to
know:
Friday, November 3
- Stuff-A-Bus: The entire McDonogh community is stuffing a bus
with
nonperishable food items that will be given to the Maryland Food Bank. A
minibus will remain parked in front of the Edward St. John Student Center
through Friday afternoon for contributions. The following are suggested
donations: brown rice, canned peaches, canned tuna, toasted oat cereal, canned
peas, beef stew, canned beans, and shelf-stable milk.
- Spirit Parade and Pep Rally: The entire school community is
encouraged to wear
their McDonogh orange and black for the annual double, self-enveloping Spirit
Parade. The parade will start around 1:30 p.m. near the chapel. Weather
permitting, students, teachers, and coaches will march to the Rollins-
Luetkemeyer Athletic Center for a pep rally. Parents are welcome to attend.
Saturday, November 4
102nd McDonogh vs. Gilman Football Game
- 4:40 p.m. – Ceremony recognizing senior football players from the
Class of 2018
in John McDonogh Stadium
- 5:00 p.m. - Kickoff of 102nd McDonogh vs. Gilman football game in John
McDonogh Stadium
Additional Information:
- Please enter campus using Lamborn Road and follow the directions of
security
and parking attendants to the Eagle and Woods lots.
- The School Store will have a booth selling the latest McDonogh apparel and
spirit
wear on the visitor's side by the concession stand.
- The Alumni Tent will be behind Finney Building and feature treats, fun, and
games starting at 4:00 p.m.
- The McDonogh Parents Association (MPA) will have a bake sale in a tent
behind
Finney Building (next to the Alumni Tent). Proceeds will benefit After-Prom.
- Some of Baltimore's most popular food trucks will be on hand, including:
Kooper's Burger Wagon, Dizzy Cow (pizza), Beef on the Street, Greek on the
Street, GrrChe, Gypsy Queen, Mexican on the Run, IcedGems, and Glazy Days.
- Can't make it to the stadium, but would like to watch? Tune in for a live
broadcast through the athletics page on the McDonogh website: https://mcdonogh.org/c/athletics.
Sunday, November 5
The fall sports season wraps up with IAAM and MIAA championship
competition.
Come and cheer on our Eagles.
- Boys Soccer: Anne Arundel Community College at 5:30 p.m.
Admission is $8.
- Girls Soccer: Stevenson University at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $8.
Please note, championship game times and locations are subject to change.
Check the "Schedules" section on the athletics page at mcdonogh.org for
updates.
Enjoy the weekend. Go Eagles!