8-30-24
Yellow Jacket Sports (August 26-September 1)
8/31 Varsity Jamboree – Lee Hedges Stadium
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Link to scrimmage tickets https://www.locallevelevents.
Link to jamboree tickets (we are the visiting team) https://www.locallevelevents.
Link to the Varsity home games (These tickets will be available the week before the game) https://www.locallevelevents.
Volleyball season starts September 4th here is a link for their tickets https://www.locallevelevents.
ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS:
Each student must pay a schoolwide $50 fee for the 2024-2025 school year. This covers teachers’ copies, art fees, science fees, etc. However, it does NOT cover extracurricular club or athletic fees. DEADLINE TO PAY IS SEPTEMBER 15. This can be paid online at www.payschoolscentral.com .
Students – Interested in joining HOSA Future Healthcare Professionals this year and participating in exciting competitions? All new members interested in joining, meet in Mrs. Strong’s room-S102 on Wednesday, September 4th at 7:45 am before school. Former HOSA members, there is a mandatory meeting in Mrs. Strong’s room-S102 on Thursday, September 5th at 7:45 am before school.
Students – Swim team information link HERE! Byrd Swim Team 2024
Auditions for Game of Tiaras is TODAY at 4:30 in T-1. Friday replaces the previously scheduled Thursday. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN AUDITIONING, PREPARE A 30-60 SECOND MONOLOGUE OF ANY TYPE (GAME OF TIARAS IS A RAUCOUS COMEDY). SEE MR. WILLIAMS IN ROOM 200 OR MR. DION (TAP DRAMA DIRECTOR) IN T-1 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS.
Science National Honor Society is accepting applications for new members. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Comerford in room 211 or Ms. Adamson in Room S106. Application deadline is TODAY. See Mrs. Comerford or Ms. Adamson for more information or with questions.
Freshman! If you are interested in joining Student Council, the deadline to apply is TODAY. If you did not receive a QR code from the Freshman Club Fair, please see Mrs. Carberry in room 202 to get one. Do not fill out the online application during school hours, or you will not be accepted.
Students – If you are interested in being a part of Film Prize Jr. this year, see Mrs. Smith in S307 no later than TOMORROW, August 31st!
It’s time to purchase your 2024-2025 Gusher yearbook and yearbook AD! Both can be purchased on Local Level Events.
Student vs. Teacher Basketball Game Ticket Links
General Admission- https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/35072
Player Admission- https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/35075
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.
Open House is right around the corner! CLICK HERE for the Open House Letter. CLICK HERE for sponsorship opportunities.
Presidential Volunteer Information
CLICK HERE for Information
CLICK HERE for Community Service Endorsement Form
CLICK HERE for the Volunteer Hour Log
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 VISITS:
A representative from the US Army will be available outside the cafeteria during both lunch shifts on September 5.
A representative from Rhodes College will be available outside the cafeteria during both lunch shifts on September 9.
A representative from Tulane University will be available outside the cafeteria during first lunch shift only on September 11.
A representative from LSU-Shreveport will be available outside the cafeteria during both lunch shifts on September 13.
A representative from Centenary College will be available outside the cafeteria during both lunch shifts on September 18.
To join French Club, pick up an application in Room 114 and pay the club fee on payschoolscentral by September 6th.
ASTRA– Service opportunities are listed in the Canvas course. Look for your invitation. The St. Jude’s Tennis Classic is our first opportunity. Bring a box of granola bars/ packaged snacks (each box equals 1 service) or donate gift cards of any sort (every $10- 1 service hour). All donations can be brought to Mrs. Cole in (S210) or Mrs. Lary in (S209). All donations due by September 10th
The PSAT will be given at Byrd on Tuesday, October 1st. This is a College Board exam which gives 10th and 11th grade students an opportunity to check their progress towards college readiness. It also provides practice for the SAT. For 11th grade students, PSAT scores are used to screen for candidates for the National Merit Scholarship Program Competition. Participation in PSAT testing is voluntary. Students planning to test must register by paying the $18 test fee. Mrs. Panos will get the list of student names from the online payment. Students can start paying online now. The deadline to pay the fee is Tuesday, September 10th. Payment can be submitted online on payschoolscentral.com (not on Local Level). There is no makeup for this exam. The exam fee is non-refundable.
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!
Mock Trial – 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!
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
African American Studies – scan QR code around school – go to S109 for more info
BETA Club – applications in S112 or scan QR code – applications and fees due
Drama Club – scan QR code and pay online at payschoolscentral.com or go to Room 200
Growing for Good – applications in S105 – fee $5.00
Spanish Club – applications by 117 in main building and S304 – pay fees online at payschoolscentral.com
Drama Club – 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!
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.
Mu Alpha Theta – Math Honor Society: new member interest form available in S308. Current members need to check in with Ms. French.
Students – Are you interested in traveling to Iceland in May? If so, contact Mrs. Smith (elsmith@caddoschools.org) or Ms. Springer (sspringer@caddoschools.org). Registration for this once-in-lifetime trip to the Land of Fire and Ice is open now at www.explorica.com/Smith-6882 Registration and a deposit will hold your spot and lock in your price!
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.
Parents and students – There will be a wrestling informational meeting in the learning center on September 21st from 5:30-7:30 pm. If your child has an interest in wrestling please try to attend even if for a moment. Thank you, Coach Yawn
Students – If you are possibly interested in wrestling this year please let us know. Benefits: learn a skill for the rest of your life, get in the best shape, improve at all other sports! If you are tough and want a challenge, this is it! Contact Coach Wells 318-393-8988 or Coach Yawn 318-426-3569 or email Byrdwrestling@gmail.com
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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:
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Scholarships & Contests
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Senior Information
CLICK HERE for Class of 2025 Senior Information
