No. 90 | Life & Learning
Global Opportunities Open Minds
McDonogh’s history with student exchange programs began five decades ago in 1973 when a chapter of AFS (American Field Service) was established at the School. As interest in travel abroad…
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No. 89 | Gone but Not Forgotten
The Amenities of Main Street in Allan Building
It makes sense when you think about it. Living on campus for long stretches of time, the cadets corresponded with family and friends by mail and needed a safe space…
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No. 88 | Did You Know?
Tagart Chapel Bells Evoke Fond Memories
When Buck Lyon-Vaiden arrived at McDonogh to teach German in 1971, Tagart Chapel had a 10-bell chime that was cast in Baltimore in 1898. In a 2012 article in Amerika…
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No. 87 | Did You Know?
A Paycheck Plus Pork
In 1873, when William Allan took the job of McDonogh School’s first principal, he earned an annual salary of $3000 for “the entire authority of the Farm and Farm School…
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No. 86 | Gone but Not Forgotten
The Legendary Life of Edwards Gymnasium
Imagine a school gymnasium so iconic that it’s lovingly referred to by a nickname, celebrated when it reaches a milestone birthday, and mourned at the end of its life. That’s…
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No. 85 | Gone but Not Forgotten
Ever-Evolving Finney Building
In 1936, board members and administrators began planning for a new building to serve as a dormitory, infirmary, and boiler room. The project was to be supported with funds from…
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No. 84 | Campus
Brass Eagle Keeps Up With Teen Tastes
There’s nothing like a snack bar, and the Brass Eagle has been a favorite destination of students for generations—not only for the items on the menu but also as a…
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No. 83 | Campus
Lyle Building
Lyle Memorial dormitory, named for Duncan Campbell “Old Man” Lyle, was under construction in 1928 at the same time as Allan Building (see story No. 77). Little changed in the…
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No. 82 | Pivotal Moments
Going Co-Educational
Breaking a 102-year-old tradition, McDonogh became coed on September 9, 1975. On that day, 138 girls (including eight seniors and five first graders) joined the 768 boys on McDonogh’s campus,…
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No. 81 | Traditions
The Holiday Project
In 1990, John Grega, Director of Religious Studies, Character and Service, introduced the McDonogh community to the Holiday Project. The annual effort supports residents in Baltimore’s Sandtown Winchester through St….
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No. 80 | Life & Learning
Honor Code Sets the Tone
“I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I will respect the rights and well-being of myself and others.” In April 1990, in response to concerns over the issues of morality…
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No. 79 | Did You Know?
Calling Pikesville 775
In 1883, the Board agreed, “If a telephone would be useful, one could be installed.” But Principal William Allan felt it wasn’t necessary. Six years later, two telephones were installed…