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A MESSAGE FROM MERRITT
Today marks the end of routine school days for the Class of 2016, who will embark on Senior Projects from May 16 to June 1. Before leaving, however, seniors will participate in a campus-wide scavenger hunt created by Lee Shang's senior speleology (the study of caves) class and a picnic at the Adler's house. Thursday, May 12 is the annual Senior Transition Day, during which Class Dean Andy Hilgartner has organized a series of seminars on a variety of topics to ease the transition between high school and young adulthood. We hope the Class of 2016 will enjoy their time together, absorb the useful information, and have a successful and safe senior project experience.
This Friday, May 13 at Headmaster's Day, we will say farewell to our retiring faculty and staff and congratulate those who have worked at McDonogh for 25 years. Additionally, it is an opportunity to recognize Upper School students with year-end academic awards. If your schedule allows, please join us on Childs Memorial Terrace (R-L Center if raining) at 9:00 a.m.
Finally, I wish to thank Upper School MPA President Jill Bloom and her committee chairs for their hard work on behalf of students and faculty throughout the year. Today, we enjoyed the annual MPA Snowball Day thanks to their kindness and organization.
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UPPER SCHOOL DATES TO NOTE
Now-May 27: Tuttle Gallery exhibit"Maxx Moses, Graffiti Artist"
May 13: Headmaster's Day, 9:00 a.m.; special dress required
May 16-June 1: Senior Projects
May 26: Memorial Day Service, 10:00 a.m.; special dress required
May 27: Last day of classes and Cardboard Boat Race
May 30: Memorial Day; school closed
May 31-June 3: Spring term exams
June 6: Athletic Awards Night, 7:00 p.m., Horn Theatre
June 7: Prom
June 8: Optional Grade 9 and 10 Trip to Kings Dominion, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
June 10: Baccalaureate, 9:15 a.m.; Commencement Ceremonies, 10:00 a.m.
Remember, you can always access up-to-date information on Upper School events and activities on our calendar at www.mcdonogh.org. |
UPPER SCHOOL SPRING ARTS CALENDAR
Upper School Spring Jazz and Concert Band Concert
Tuesday, May 10 at 7:30 p.m., Horn Theatre
SongFest: Concert Choir Tour Benefit
Saturday, May 21 at 7:00 p.m., Tagart Chapel
The Stewart Senior Honors Recital
Friday, June 3 at 7:00 p.m., Horn Theatre
The Shakespeare Institute: Much Ado About Nothing
Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5 at 6:00 p.m., Roots Barn (Rain location: Osborne Black Box Theatre)
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SENIOR EXHIBITION AT THE WALTERS
Celebrate the Artists at a Reception on May 15
The Senior Thesis Exhibition VOTE for ART 2016, featuring the work of 19 talented McDonogh students, will be on display at The Walters Art Museum Wednesday, May 11 through Sunday, May 15. The exhibit includes paintings, drawings, mixed media, fibers, digital media, and photography. A closing reception will be held on Sunday, May 15 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. An art critic presentation begins at 3:00 p.m. All are welcome to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating student artists.
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PRESERVE END-OF-YEAR MEMORIES
Order Graduation DVDs
Larmar Video will be taping this year's Upper School Commencement. If you are interested in purchasing a DVD, please complete the order form and send it to Larmar.
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SENIOR CLEAN OUT OF DIGITAL LOCKERS
Seniors were recently reminded that their email accounts will disappear at the end of the summer. If your student has important information directed to their McDonogh account, or is storing irreplaceable documents or information in that account, please remind him or her to copy the information to another account and update any services or contacts that need their new personal email address. Seniors have details about this process in their email. |
TRIP FOR FRESHMEN AND SOPHOMORES
On Wednesday, June 8, students in grades 9 and 10 are invited to spend the day at Kings Dominion amusement park in Doswell, VA. The cost is $60 and covers charter bus transportation and park admission. Students who are interested in attending must return the permission slip and fee by Wednesday, May 18.
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SPRING TERM EXAM SCHEDULE
Following are the dates for Upper School spring term exams:
- Tuesday, May 31: English/World Language
- Wednesday, June 1: Math
- Thursday, June 2: History
- Friday, June 3: Science
- Monday, June 6: Make-up exams in the morning
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TEXTBOOK BUYBACK/RENTAL RETURNS
Sell Your Used Books and Return Follett Rentals
Sell Your Texts:
R egardless of where you purchased your texts, many bookstores will buy them. If you choose to sell your used texts to Follett, you may sell them online here or attend the On-Campus Buyback event in the Kiplinger Library Lobby in the Allan Building on Thursday, June 2 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or Friday, June 3 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Return Rental Texts: If you rented your texts from Follett, these texts are due in early June. You can return them at the above On-Campus Buyback event or return them by mail. Simply log into your bookstore rental account at http://www.mcdonogh.bkstr.com, print a label, and mail them to Follett.
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AFTER-PROM CONTRIBUTIONS NEEDED
It's Not Too Late to Contribute
The MPA After-Prom Committee is working to create a safe and fun evening for students after the prom. All Upper School families should have received a letter from the After-Prom chairs explaining the event. Contributions are still being accepted and are appreciated.
If you would like to make a donation, please send your check made out to McDonogh Parents Association to: After-Prom Treasurer Holly Chabbott, 11712 Mayfair Field Drive, Timonium, MD 21093.
If you would like to donate prizes, please contact Jacque Seybold at
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DRIVER'S ED CLASSES AT MCDONOGH
Eilte Driving School will offer a Driver's Ed course at McDonogh in August. We have coordinated the class times so as not to conflict with any Upper School pre-season athletic practices. The dates are:
- Monday, August 15: Parent and Student Meeting, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, August 16 - Friday, August 19: Class, 6:00 to 9:15 p.m.
- Monday, August 22 - Friday, August 26: Class, 11:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
- Monday, August 29: Class from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Online registration is available on the Elite Driving School website or by phone at 410-363-7483.
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WANTED: GENTLY-USED UNIFORMS
The MPA collects gently-used Upper School uniforms year-round and offers donated uniforms for sale several times a year. As the school year winds down and students graduate or outgrow their uniforms, we welcome donations of blazers, skorts, pants, shirts, ties, and other McDonogh items. A collection bin is available outside of the Upper School Office on the first floor of Allan Building.
A collection bin will also be available at the Textbook Buyback in the lobby of the Kiplinger Library. Please visit the uniform sale page on the website for updated sale information.
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COLLEGE COUNSELING CORNER
Important Upcoming Dates
May 25: Junior College Check-In, 7:00 p.m. in the Klein Lyceum.
Notes for Parents of Seniors
Please remind your son or daughter to do the following:
- Carefully monitor their email accounts for financial aid information from colleges, FAFSA, and the College Board.
- Check Naviance for a list of scholarships.
Summer Study on College Campuses
Summer opportunities for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors are listed in "enrichment programs" under the "colleges" tab on Naviance.
Local College Information Sessions for Students and Parents
- Exploring Educational Excellence: an information session with representatives of Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Rice, and the University of Chicago, Sunday, May 15, 7:00 p.m., Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards. For more information and to register, click here.
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Boston College: Sunday, May 15 at 2:00 p.m., Chevy Chase, MD. For more information and registration, pleases click here.
- UNC-Greensboro "First Look": Monday, May 16, North Bethesda, MD. For more information and registration, please click here.
- Selective Public Tour: Meet representatives of the Universities of Minnesota, Oregon, Vermont, and Miami University of Ohio, Tuesday, May 17, 7:00 p.m., Hunt Valley, MD. Click here for more information and registration.
- Exploring College Options: Information session with Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Penn, and Stanford, Wednesday, May 18, 7:00 p.m., Renaissance Harborplace Hotel. Click here for details and registration.
Capital Educators summer test prep course will meet on campus from June 20 - July 12. Designed for rising juniors and seniors, the course will prepare students for the SAT and ACT. If interested, register online. Contact CapEd directly with questions at 410-532-9400 or
Information on Family Connection
For off-campus college programs, scholarship information, and other opportunities, please log onto Family Connection. If you need help logging onto the site, please contact Lynda (Davidson) Schultz at 443-544-7428.
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