Started in 1988, McDonogh’s Cardboard Boat Race is one of the school’s unique traditions, combining ingenuity, engineering, math, art, leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and commitment. It’s the consummate learning experience. Participation in the Cardboard Boat Race is voluntary, the hours are long, and team members don’t earn high school or college credit. So, what’s the motivation? The hands-on experience and the joy of the process—a joy that is shared when the costumed, boat-building teams parade their vessels from the construction site to the pond on the edge of the property. When the boats hit the water manned by their construction crews, sink or swim, everyone feels like a winner as they are cheered on by their schoolmates, faculty, and family members gathered on shore. Winners vie for the coveted cardboard B.O.B. trophy for Best Overall Boat.
No. 149 | Traditions
Reunions
In the early years, all “old boys” were encouraged to attend the Alumni Reunion day which often coincided with annual school-wide events including the Spring Fair (see story No. 5);…
