Founded in 1917, McDonogh 35 is New Orleans’ first public four-year high school for Black students. Home of The Best and The Brightest. Proud InspireNOLA School.
It’s a Choice, Not an Echo. The mission of McDonogh 35 Senior High School is to encourage academic excellence for all students in challenging and interactive programs that are supported by teachers, staff, parents, and community.
04/24/2026
Legacy speaks. 🦅
McDonogh 35 has been named the 2nd most in-demand high school, continuing a tradition of excellence that generations have built and carried forward. ❤️💛
When history, pride and performance come together, people notice. ✨
04/24/2026
🚗 Headed to Jazz Fest? Park at McDonogh 35. Parking + Shuttle included.
04/21/2026
Reminder: Registration Support Nights start tomorrow! 📚✨
Join us Wednesday, April 22 or Thursday, April 23 from 4:30–7 p.m. for in-person support with your student’s registration. Our team will be there to guide you through the process and answer any questions along the way.
📍 Eastbank: April 22, 2026 | McDonogh 35 Senior High School Gym
📍 Westbank: April 23, 2026 | Edna Karr High School Gym
Be sure to RSVP using the link in our comments, we’re here to help make registration simple. 💙
04/09/2026
Thank you for the countless ways you support, guide, and inspire our school every single day! ❤️💛
Assistant Principals • New Orleans • Louisiana • Educators • Leadership • Roneagles
Denim and white, worn at our finest.
A look for our best and brightest. 🤍👖
A day party well spent celebrating our Juniors and Seniors.
03/02/2026
Tomorrow is Game Day - Round 2 and we need you! See all of you fans tomorrow!!
02/05/2026
Honoring our seniors tonight — brick by brick built by hard work, heart, and hustle 🏀
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02/04/2026
Dear Families,
Please note that students will be dismissed early on Friday, February 6, 2026, due to earlier start times for Mardi Gras parades.
To ensure that all students are able to return home safely prior to parade-related street closures and increased traffic, dismissal times will be as follows:
High Schools: 12:30 PM
Elementary Schools: 1:30 PM
Thank you for your understanding and continued partnership in prioritizing student safety.
02/04/2026
🎶🥁 Parade season has arrived!
Find us along the route at these upcoming parades and cheer loud for your favorite marching band 🎺🔥
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01/26/2026
Dear InspireNOLA families,
All InspireNOLA schools will reopen and resume normal operations on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation. We appreciate your continued support as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our school community.
01/25/2026
01/18/2026
If you missed us at the MLK parade today make sure you come check out the best band in the land as we hit the streets with the Krewe of Titans on 1/30