Veronica Downs-Dorsey #25at35

11/17/2025

Here is the full tribute video from the #35 Alumni section of the Musical Tribute in memory of Mrs. Downs this past Friday.

We are still keeping Veronique Dorsey and Mr. Wardell in our prayers, as well as her godchild Caren and all of our Roneagle Family.

11/13/2025

Reminder - tonight, McDonogh #35 alumni choir members who sang under Mrs. Downs are rehearsing at St. Peter Claver (1923 St. Philip St.) at 7pm.

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And here’s some Singing Roneagles history! A look at the student directors since the gospel choir was founded in 1972!

10/07/2025

05/23/2019

Today is a special day, it's our beloved Ms. Downs' birthday 🎂🍦
Take a second and send some love to our 2nd Period teacher today!

02/25/2019

04/19/2018

Way to go Deacon John!!

Today the New Orleans City Council honoured living legend, Deacon John Moore for 60 years in the music industry. Deacon John is the President of our American Federation of Musicians, New Orleans Local 174-496 and a dear friend and mentor.

Congratulations "Deac" and here's to 60 more years!

07/18/2016

Thank you to everyone who particpated and supported the event. Sorry it took me so long to upload the pictures. Photo Cred: Jeremy Tauriac

05/31/2016

Here's a link to (almost) the entire McDonogh #35 Alumni Choir concert honoring Mrs. Veronica Downs-Dorsey

Thank you all for coming and sending your well wishes!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fh5oRgPDAYw

"Tonight we've come to celebrate the legacy of Veronica Downs-Dorsey At McDonogh 35 Senior High School. She is a 1974 graduate of the esteemed institution of...

05/28/2016

THIS!!!

05/28/2016

When the Class of '95 shows up!! We had to start rehearsal all over again!!! Play Robert!

Be in the house tomorrow at 6pm! .

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