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Yellow Jacket Sports (October 21-October 27)

10/25 Varsity vs Benton – Away

Scrimmage tickets: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/34709

Varsity home games (These tickets will be available the week before the game) https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/34673

Volleyball tickets: https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/34674

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New Today

UPDATED PTSA MEETING DATE!! PTSA MEETING WILL BE WEDNESDAY, October 23, 2024 in the Learning Center at 12:00 pM

Shreve Game Day Camo Shirt Order – CLICK HERE Sale ends TODAY!

National Guard representatives will be available during both lunch shifts on THURSDAY.

Parents and Students, come travel with us! The last Iceland Interest Meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 29th in the Learning Center! Contact Emily Smith at elsmith@caddoschools.org or Stephanie Springer at sspringer@caddoschools.org for more information! The link to put down your deposit and sign up for the trip is:  http://www.explorica.com/Smith-6882

Students – On behalf of the School of Graduate Studies at LSU Health Sciences Center at Shreveport, you are invited to our first Graduate Research and Student Preparation (GRASP) event. This is a chance to learn more about biomedical research opportunities at the high school, undergraduate and graduate levels, and the many career paths that can be pursued with a science degree.  The event will take place over two days, with the evening of November 1st from 4.30-6.30pm.   Students and parents are welcome.  If unable to attend that evening, drop by for 1-2 hrs on November 2nd, between 10am-3pm. You will learn about the research programs on our campus, meet students, alumni and faculty and tour labs.

AP Exams – The payment deadline for AP exams is October 31, 2024. Students should complete a Google order form AND pay on Local Level. Please check with your students as they are receiving in class a step-by-step payment handout with payment links, etc.
Jackets in the News – Congratulations to our Yellow Jacket Battalion for placing third in the Caddo Parish Rifle Fall League yesterday and a special congratulations to Cadet Jaidon Templeton for being the top shooter in the match.
Medical Career Fair – Juniors and Seniors interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare field, please complete the Google Form that was shared with your teachers by the end of the school day this Thursday if you want to attend the Medical Career Fair Wednesday morning.

 

Wrestling – Think you want a challenge? Wrestling season workouts have started! If you think you may be interested come down to wrestling room after school and speak with coaches. You can also sign up through Aktivate. Don’t wait, get in the best shape of your life!!

 

 

Dual enrollment applications are now available for LaTech Winter enrollment. Winter quarter registration is only available for students who were not able to register for Fall quarter classes. Students already enrolled in a dual enrollment course, and wish to continue, will wait for Spring quarter registration. Students in the following courses can apply- AP US History-Rowe, AP European History- Lary, English IV  enriched- Williams, English IV GT- Smith, English III Honors- Waxham, English III GT- Smith. Byrd will pay ALL dual enrollment courses this year.  Students are encouraged to apply early. Instructions are available from these teachers, or cebyrd.com. Please read all information carefully and complete all required steps. Deadline to apply is Friday, November 1 at 4pm. Documents must be received in the Counseling Office by that time. Please contact the 11th or 12th-grade counselor if you have any questions. 11th grade- Tamiko Lacy- tslacy@caddoschools.org. 12th grade- Amanda Byrd- asbyrd@caddoschools.org Students should not use a school e-mail address to apply. They must use a personal e-mail account that they will be able to access after graduation.

 

Poster contests – We encourage students to participate in the 2 upcoming poster contests. Students should turn their poster entries in to Mrs. Panos.
  1. Red Ribbon Week:  “Life is a Movie. Film Drug Free.” – Deadline 10-25-24
Poster Guidelines:
  1. Your poster must be 11 inches by 14 inches.
  2. One poster entry per individual. No group work please.
  3. No glitter.
  4. Must be flat.
  5. Judging criteria: originality, neatness, impact (the theme must be somewhere on the poster)
  6. Do not display student’s name or school’s name on the front of the poster.

 

Slushes are for sale in Jacks Landing. They are $2 each.

 

2025 Student of the Year – Guidelines and Grievance Procedures CLICK HERE.

Since it’s the 100th year, Student Council and Drama Club are starting a fun Scavenger Hunt every other week for Byrd students. Look around the school and follow the hints to receive a prize!

Rules:

  • Do not move, break, or destroy school or personal property to reach the item.
  • Bring Winner paper to Mrs.Carberry in room 202.
  • You cannot search during class time.
  • You must bring the item to Mrs.Carberry in between classes.
  • Winner will be announced on the following Monday.

 

It’s time to join PTSA! 
For your $10 donation (with the option of having every family member join for an additional $10 each) you get incredible benefits!  When you belong to PTSA, you’ll connect to important school and community resources while bonding with the awesome families and faculty in the City of Byrd! You can be involved as much or as little as you want! You do not have to volunteer to be a member of PTSA! To join or to make a TAX-FREE DONATION, please click the link below and help us reach our goal of 450 members!
Did you know that you can support Byrd PTSA by linking your Kroger card to our Community Rewards program?
1. Sign into your Kroger digital account OR Create an account.
2. Search for C.E. Byrd High School PTSA
3. Select C.E. Byrd High School PTSA and Press SAVE and that’s it!
From the C.E. Byrd Foundation. CLICK HERE to download the letter.

 

 

MORE INFORMATION

College Visit – A representative from the US Air Force will be available outside the cafeteria on Tuesday, November 12 during both lunch shifts.
Having trouble understanding a concept in math or science? Need help studying for the big test? Or ACT prep before your next attempt? Science National Honor society has got your back with tutoring from some of our strongest math and science students at Byrd. Starting this week, they are available in the library every Wednesday, Thursdays, and Fridays from 7:45-8:15 am. No sign up necessary. Just show up. See Mrs. Comerford for  more information.
Students – Swim team information link HERE! Byrd Swim Team 2024

 

It’s time to purchase your 2024-2025 Gusher yearbook and yearbook AD! Both can be purchased on Local Level Events.

 

 

For Southfield School Alumni – Southfield School’s annual Grandfriends Day will take place on Friday, November 22nd. As in previous years, Southfield is seeking student volunteers to assist with the event, and were hoping to recruit former Southfield students for this important role. Volunteers would need to be at Southfield by 8:15 AM, and their responsibilities would conclude by 11:30 AM, allowing them to return to their regular schedules after the event.  Please sign-up using the following form: https://form.jotform.com/242734128343050.  

 

UL Lafayette Science Day 2024, Sponsored by Halliburton – The College of Sciences at UL Lafayette is getting ready for Science Day 2024. Registration for Science Day 2024 is now open. https://sciences.louisiana.edu/about-us/special-activities/science-day We look forward to seeing everyone in October!

 

JOIN Art Club and come create fun things with us!  Applications can be found in the hall outside the art room, B7, in the basement.  You will see the applications hanging on one of the art showcase bulletin boards.  Art club is a service club and we meet throughout the year sporadically after school to work on projects.  You do not have to be in art class to join.  The deadline to join art club is Halloween!

 

Students – Do you want to be apart of a Club that involves Growing Plants and Serving our community?  Pick up a form in Room S 105. Fee is $5.

 

Club Info

DO YOU WANT TO BE A STAR? JOIN DRAMA CLUB. STOP BY MR. WILLIAMS ROOM (200), MRS. COLE’S ROOM (S210), OR THE MAIN OFFICE TO PICK UP A DRAMA FORM. GET THEM TURNED IN AND PAY YOUR DUES TO JOIN

 

JOIN Art Club and come create fun things with us!  Applications can be found in the hall outside the art room, B7, in the basement.  You will see the applications hanging on one of the art showcase bulletin boards.  Art club is a service club and we meet throughout the year sporadically after school to work on projects.  You do not have to be in art class to join.  The deadline to join art club is Halloween!

 

If you’re interested in a legal career or if you enjoy watching shows like Law & Order, then Mock Trial might be the perfect team for you!

 


2024-2025 Beta Club applications are available now.  You can pick up a copy of the application in front of the Main Office or outside of Rm S112. Please read the application carefully for instructions.

 

Join Byrd FCA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, sponsored by Coach Cal, Mrs. Cox, & Mrs. Raines.  You do not need to be an athlete to join!  All Jackets are welcome! Applications can be picked up in any sponsor’s classroom or you may get one at any meeting!

 

Spanish Club – applications by 117 in main building and S304 – pay fees online at payschoolscentral.com

 

Students – ACT fee waivers are available in the Counseling Office for juniors and seniors who meet the criteria for free/reduced lunch. Students are eligible for 4 fee waivers during their junior and senior years. When registering for the ACT with a fee waiver, students receive free ACT prep available through their ACT accounts. Please see your counselor if you have any questions. Students must apply for free/reduced lunch at https://www.myschoolapps.com/  You will receive an e-mail from the Child Nutrition Program. You must provide this to the counseling office to receive a waiver.

 

Support Your Fellow Jackets!

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Your Link to EVERYTHING Byrd!

CLICK HERE for the Local Level Events page that includes ALL Byrd events. You can also scan the QR code below.

Student Opportunities:

Presidential Volunteer Information
CLICK HERE for Information
CLICK HERE for Community Service Endorsement Form
CLICK HERE for the Volunteer Hour Log

ASTRA CLUB – Happy October ladies! We are so excited for a great start of the year! We are so proud of those of you who participated in the months of August and September in our Astra events. And we have a lot of you working towards the 100 hours of service with service with your churches and community as well! All of that is amazing! Be sure to log any and all hours on your log sheet but don’t double dip with Z-Club. We would like for you to have 10 hours completed by the end of each nine weeks but realize many of you have not gotten that done. So, we are going to extend that into the 2nd nine weeks and allow you to get 20 cumulative hours before you leave us for Christmas break! Be sure to watch the modules for ways you can get involved.

What you can do right now:

-Fairfield Elementary Carnival (sign up link in module)

GET INVOLVED! BRING A FRIEND! HAVE FUN AND MAKE AN IMPACT!!!

Volunteer Opportunity – CLICK HERE to sign up

 

Scholarships & Contests

Poster Contests – The Security Department of Caddo Parish School System, Division of Mental Health, Wellness, and Safe Schools, is sponsoring several poster contests to highlight various prevention initiatives listed below. We encourage our Byrd students to participate in these contests! Please turn the posters in to Mrs. Panos by the deadlines listed.
  1. Red Ribbon Week – Theme: “Life is a Movie. Film Drug Free.” DEADLINE 10-25-24
  2. Bullying Awareness & Prevention Week – Theme: “Choose Respect” DEADLINE 11-8-24
  3. Internet Safety Prevention Week – Theme: “Secure our World” DEADLINE 11-22-24
  4. Mental Health Awareness Week – Theme: “No Mind Left Behind” DEADLINE 12-13-24
Contest Rules:
  1. Your poster must be 11 inches by 14 inches.
  2. One poster per individual. No group work, please.
  3. No glitter
  4. Must be flat
  5. Judging Criteria:  Originality, Impact (The theme must be somewhere on the poster.), Neatness
  6. Do not display name or school on front of the poster
PTSA Reflections 2024 – Deadline for entires is December 4, 2024

Elks Student of the month scholarship applications are available in the counseling office or the Class of 2025 Canvas page. Each month (October-April) a scholarship will be awarded to an outstanding senior boy and senior girl who demonstrate exemplary standards. Students should be well-rounded with leadership, citizenship, service, and scholarship qualities. Students will compete against other high school students in Caddo-Bossier area. Applications are due by the 10th of each month and only need to be submitted once.

 

The Willis Knighton/Independence Bowl Community Service Scholarship application is available in the Counseling Office and on the Class of 2025 Canvas Page. One $2500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior with plans to attend a four-year college. Students must have a 3.0 minimum grade point average and provide documented dedication to community service limited to junior and senior years only. Students must submit applications to Mrs. Byrd in the Counseling Office by 4pm on Monday, October 14.

 

Senior Information

CLICK HERE for Class of 2025 Senior Information