McDonogh 35 Alumni Association Special Meeting February 19, 2018

Purpose Alumni will receive results of Alumni Association survey Alumni will receive information on the proposed management of McDonogh 35 Alumni will be able to ask questions and share comments regarding the proposed plan

Process Vice President will present survey results Superintendent Lewis will present information regarding the transition of McDonogh 35 from a direct-run school Alumni questions, submitted via index cards, will be answered Speakers, who have signed up in advance, will have 2 minutes to share comments

Payoff Alumni will know results of association survey Alumni will hear member articulation of the McDonogh 35 Legacy Alumni will receive information, get questions addressed, and understand the OPSB plans-to-date for the future of McDonogh 35

Alumni Association Survey December 28, 2017 – January 8, 2018 Survey sent to members 72 members responded to the survey 18% of the membership at that time

Alumni Association members described themselves 81% read the association newsletter 67% follow the association on social media 51% participate in fundraising/association events 47% donate funds to association 33% attend school athletic events 28% attend meetings regularly; serve on an association committee 21% reside in another state 10% volunteer regularly at the school

Graduating class of members responding 1980-89 – 48% 1970-79 – 19% 1960-69 – 15% 1990-99 – 11% 2000-10 – 7% 2010-17 - 0 1930-59 - 0

Recommend family member or friend to attend Very likely – 46% Somewhat likely – 33% Not likely – 21%

Important to member’s vision for McDonogh 35 Supporting academic success of students; enhancing the school’s reputation; traditions and identity of McDonogh 35 Selective enrollment, networking with other alumni at association events Alumni Association affiliated charter management of McDonogh 35 Independent charter management of McDonogh 35

Important to upholding our legacy School’s name; mascot; academic excellence School’s colors Extracurricular activities

Expectation on timeline for positive change 1-2 years – 50% 3-4 years – 44% Over 4 years – 6%

Members are most proud of Education Family legacy School community Reputation Experienced educators Selective enrollment for top African-American students Confidence built in students

The Legacy of McDonogh 35 Rich History Proud Tradition Learner- and Learning-Focused School Capable Students

What we want as an association McDonogh 35 maintains its historical significance and identity as a New Orleans Public School Support our school and the academic success of its students and staff with alumni time, talent, and treasure Foster and enhance the legacy of McDonogh 35