The Northwest Louisiana Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Awareness will take place at 9am on October 18 at Betty Virginia Park. Register at afsp.org/nwla

In celebration of October as National Manufacturing Month, Northwestern State University’s Department of Engineering Technology is hosting the 8th Annual Engineering Technology Symposium & Manufacturing Day for high school students. The event will take place October 17, 2025 from 8:00 AM – Noon at the NSU Student Union in Natchitoches.  • Regional industry experts will present insights on manufacturing systems …

Join us for a Byrd High School Fishing meeting. Thursday, October 2 at 6:30pm in T-Building 10. For more information please contact Billy Gaston at 318-918-8698.

Youth and Government- MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Our debates for this semester will be: • Wednesday 10/15 • Wednesday 10/29 • Wednesday 11/12 All meetings will begin promptly at 7:45 AM in the Learning Center.

Girls Soccer tryouts are set for October 1-2 from 6:30-8:00. More information on the app and on Byrd Blast.

Caddo Parish is hosting a College Fair on October 22. College representatives from across Louisiana and surrounding states will be in attendance to answer questions about their schools and the application process. The event will be held at the Centenary Gold Dome 10:15-11:30. Students must travel by Caddo Parish school bus. Please pick up a field trip form in the …

Come support our Lady Jackets Soccer with our Tennis Ball Throw Fundraiser. Tickets will be sold at the Byrd vs. Parkway game on Friday October 3rd. $2 will get you a tennis ball. Prizes will include 10 Free dillas meals and Dillas Swag

Student Council members – There will be a meeting in the auditorium on Wednesday, October 1, at 7:50 A.M.    Attention current and prospective Lyle Leadership Club members – There will be a mandatory meeting, Wednesday, October 1st, after school at 4:10 PM in Ms. Gardner’s room (S305). Current members, your attendance is mandatory!   Looking to join a service organization? …

Mock trial will not be meeting this week. Full practice will resume next Monday.  Final deadline to turn in Beta club applications for new and returning members is Thurs. 10/2/25! Copies of the application are available outside the main office, Rm S112 or through the link in the Bio on Instagram.    Attention current and prospective Lyle Leadership Club members …

Student Council members – There will be a meeting in the auditorium on Wednesday, October 1, at 7:50 A.M. 

The FAFSA is now available at studentaid.gov The FAFSA is a free financial aid application to help you pay the cost of college or technical training after high school. This application will cover TOPS, federal grants (money that does not have to be paid back), and student loans (money that does have to be paid back). Many colleges require you to complete this …

Homecoming ticket are now $50 . There will be ABSOLUTELY NO TICKET SALES after 11:59pm tonight.

National See U At The Pole day is this Wednesday! Come pray for our school and enjoy LIVE WORSHIP MUSIC played by our jacket students! Wednesday before school at 7:45 in the auditorium . Prayer is powerful! Let’s meet up and pray over everything Byrd!   Mock trial will not be meeting this week. Full practice will resume next Monday.  …

Happy Homecoming Week. Show your support by dressing up: Wednesday: Wild Wednesday Thursday: Jersey Thursday Friday: HOCO shirt Homecoming ticket are $25 each on LocalLevel now – prices will increase to $50 at 11:59 pm Tuesday night. There will be ABSOLUTELY NO TICKET SALES after 11:59pm on Thursday night.

Homecoming tickets are $25 each on LocalLevel now – prices will increase to $50 at 11:59 pm Tuesday night. There will be ABSOLUTELY NO TICKET SALES after 11:59pm on Thursday night.

Attention Key Club members: Key Club will have its first meeting on Wednesday, September 24th directly after school in the cafeteria. Every Key Club member needs to make an effort to attend.

Drama Club meeting TODAY, September 18, either before school at 8:00 or after school at 4:05 in Mr. Williams’ room. The meeting will last approximately 20 minutes.   All students interested in joining Latin Club, swing by room 116 to get the link to join the Canvas class for important communications.   Join French Club! French Club applications are due …

Letterman Jacket Orders will  take place during both lunch shifts on October 13th in the Learning Center. All athletes need to talk to their head coach for more information.

Growing for Good will meet in S105 TODAY during EIP.   A representative from University of Arkansas will be available during both lunch shifts TODAY.   Youth and Government– Our next meeting will be held Wednesday 9/17 at 7:45 AM in the Auditorium. We are celebrating Constitution Day with a special guest speaker. Please wear a Byrd Youth and Government …

All students interested in joining Latin Club, swing by room 116 to get the link to join the Canvas class for important communications.

The Willis Knighton/Independence Bowl Community Service Scholarship application is available in the Counseling Office or the link below.  One $5000 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 …

Flag Runner – If you want to be a senior or junior flag runner please go by Mrs. Zator room s310 by Wednesday, September 10th.   College Visit – A representative from the United States Army will be available outside the cafeteria during both lunch shifts on Wednesday, 9/10.   Quiz Bowl – Anyone interested in Quiz Bowl needs to …

DND Club – Are you looking for an afterschool adventure? Then join the DND club. We will be having a short meeting on Thursday the 11th in Mr. Smith’s room 204. Come to find more about the club and how you can be join a party of fellow adventurers.   Youth and Government reminder– pay your $30 club fee on …

Homecoming shirt T-shirt sales end on today. Please get your Homecoming shirt order and credit your favorite Student Council member for the sale!

Beta club applications and fees are being collected before and after school in room S112, Sept 3-5.  Please be sure to read application carefully and follow directions.  Applications are still available outside the main office and room S112.

Jackets, tomorrow morning there will be Student Council members by the entrances of every parking lot. If you want your car painted for the St. Amant Game on Friday, please take a slip from Student Council members and place it on your dashboard!

Freshmen Student Council applications are due Wednesday, September 3rd!  All freshmen who turned in their application already AND who are turning it in on Wednesday,  please come to the Student Council meeting at 7:40 A.M.  in the auditorium on Wednesday, September 3rd. Upperclassmen Student Council members, don’t forget the StuCo meeting Wednesday, September 3rd at 7:40 A.M. in the auditorium.

If you are interested in wrestling please email byrdwrestling@gmail.com There will be an interest meeting next week Wednesday, September 3, at 6:15 pm at the wrestling room at 3240 Creswell.

Drama Club Members—Stop by Mr. Williams’ room (200) to sign up to run for an office. The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, September 3.   Growing for Good Club is a service club focused on growing produce, school beautification projects, and learning about horticulture.  Pick up a form in S105 with Mrs. Raines.

African American studies club will have an interest meeting TODAY, August 28th at 7:40am and 4:10pm in room S102.  All students can attend. For more information contact Ms. Jefferson in S102   Community works is having their first interest meeting of the year TODAY, Thursday the 28th, at 7:45 am in the learning center. Community works is a service based …

Jackets, officer training will be September 3rd after school in the Learning Center. If you are a president, vice president, captain, producer, or editor of a club or sports team, you are invited to attend.

Students – Please vote on the Homecoming shirt design by TODAY, August 27th! T-shirt sales begin on LLE on August 28th and end on September 5th. Please get your Homecoming shirt order and credit your favorite Student Council member for the sale!   For 10th and 11th graders:  The PSAT exam will be administered at Byrd on Tuesday, October 21st. In order to sign …

CLICK HERE for Byrd Lacrosse Order Form  

ACT fee waivers are available in the Counseling Office for juniors and seniors who meet the criteria for free/reduced lunch. Students can apply for free lunch at myschoolapps.com. 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.   2025-2026 Gayarre …

Student interviews for Key Club will be held this Wednesday, August 27th, at 5pm in the cafeteria. Key Club is a volunteer organization that provides its members with opportunities to provide service, build character, and develop leadership. Members must maintain at least a 2.75 GPA and have a clean discipline record. Again, interviews will be this Wednesday, August 27th, at …

2025-2026 Astra Club membership is open now – August 29th on local level. Everyone must signup and pay dues to be added to this year’s new Canvas Page for all communication and service opportunities. This year’s membership also includes a t-shirt.   The first Mock Trial meeting will be at 4:15 pm after school in Mr. Smith’s room (204) Tuesday, 8/26. …

College representatives will be available outside the cafeteria on the following dates: Northwestern State University – September 11th Baylor University – October 21st

TODAY (August 21) is the LAST DAY to order your spiritwear! Visit the Spirit Store to order! Please be sure to finalize your order by 11:59pm on August 21st!

Youth and Government – Are you passionate about politics? Are you driven to debate? Attend the Byrd Youth and Government Interest meeting on Wednesday 8/27/25 at 7:40 AM in the Learning Center. All new and returning members must pay dues and complete an application. Byrd YAG is an academic club with a GPA requirement of 2.76.   Drama Club – …

LSUS Dual Enrollment applications are available for students enrolled in the following courses for fall semester: Advanced Math- Bailey AP Statistics- Bailey English IV AP- Carberry Human Anatomy- Strong Precalculus- French Physics- Jefferson Students can pick up detailed application instructions from these teachers, or the Counseling Office. The deadline to apply and submit documents to the Counseling Office is Friday, …

Louisiana Tech Dual Enrollment applications are now available for students currently enrolled in the following courses: AP US History with Mrs. Rowe, English III Honors with Mrs. Waxham, English IV Enriched with Ms. Williams, and English IV GT. Students taking these courses during the second semester will enroll at a later date. Students can pick up application instructions from these …

2025-2026 Astra Club membership is open now – August 29th on local level. Everyone must signup and pay dues to be added to this year’s new Canvas Page for all communication and service opportunities. This year’s membership also includes a t-shirt. https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/40366

The design contest for this year’s Homecoming t-shirt is due by August 22nd. The theme is “Pop the Patriots” so use your favorite pop star or pop song for inspiration! Designs must be submitted to byrdstudentcouncil@gmail.com. Voting is August 25th and 26th.

Attention Student Council Members, there will be a meeting next Wednesday, August 20th, in the auditorium. Doors close at 7:50.

Yellow Jacket Sports (August 4 – August 10) . CLICK HERE to join Byrd PTSA today! CLICK HERE for Membership form   CLICK HERE for Open House Information CLICK HERE for Open House Sponsorship Opportunities   THIS WEEK/NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS   CLICK HERE for the new Spirit Store! Deadline to order is August 21st.  JACKETS IN THE NEWS . MORE INFORMATION …

Yellow Jacket Sports (August 4 – August 10) . CLICK HERE to join Byrd PTSA today! CLICK HERE for Membership form   CLICK HERE for Open House Information CLICK HERE for Open House Sponsorship Opportunities   THIS WEEK/NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS JACKETS IN THE NEWS . MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE for summer assignments. Vintage Shirt Sale – Are your drawers overflowing with …

Yellow Jacket Sports (August 4 – August 10) . CLICK HERE to join Byrd PTSA today! CLICK HERE for Membership form   CLICK HERE for Open House Information CLICK HERE for Open House Sponsorship Opportunities   THIS WEEK/NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS JACKETS IN THE NEWS . MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE for summer assignments. Vintage Shirt Sale – Are your drawers overflowing with …

Yellow Jacket Sports (July 28 – August 3) . CLICK HERE to join Byrd PTSA today! CLICK HERE for Membership form   CLICK HERE for Open House Information CLICK HERE for Open House Sponsorship Opportunities CLICK HERE for summer assignments.   THIS WEEK/NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS   On TODAY, July 28, an auditor from central office will draw names for the 92 …

Yellow Jacket Sports (July 28 – August 3) . CLICK HERE to join Byrd PTSA today! CLICK HERE for Membership form   CLICK HERE for Open House Information CLICK HERE for Open House Sponsorship Opportunities CLICK HERE for summer assignments.   THIS WEEK/NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS   On TODAY, July 28, an auditor from central office will draw names for the 92 …

Yellow Jacket Sports (July 21 – July 27) . CLICK HERE to join Byrd PTSA today! CLICK HERE for Membership form CLICK HERE for summer assignments. THIS WEEK/NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS Parking Permits for Juniors & Seniors: Parking Permits are on sale on Local Level Events for Juniors and Seniors. If you are interested in the Senior Reserved Parking, you must indicate …

Yellow Jacket Sports (July 7 – July 13) . THIS WEEK/NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS CLICK HERE for summer assignments. SAVE THE DATE, JACKETS! Decades attire, snow cones, door prizes and dancing! Tickets will go on sale in late July — stay tuned!   Register now for our C.E. Byrd Junior Jackets Basketball Camp! July 15th – 17th. Two sessions open to both …

Yellow Jacket Sports (May 26 – June 1) . THIS WEEK/NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS CLICK HERE for summer assignments. Byrd Centennial Celebration: More than just a party! JACKETS IN THE NEWS . MORE INFORMATION Vintage Shirt Sale – Are your drawers overflowing with old Byrd T-shirts? Well, we have a solution! Donate any gently used Byrd T-shirt for the 5th Annual Byrd …

Yellow Jacket Sports (May 26 – June 1) . THIS WEEK/NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS CLICK HERE for summer assignments. Byrd Centennial Celebration: More than just a party! JACKETS IN THE NEWS Home is where the Hive is Currently this little Hive is in Iceland, the land of Fire and Ice, with Mrs. Smith, Ms. Springer, and Mrs. Zator. MORE INFORMATION Vintage Shirt …

Yellow Jacket Sports (May 26 – June 1) . THIS WEEK/NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS CLICK HERE for summer assignments. Byrd Centennial Celebration: More than just a party! JACKETS IN THE NEWS Home is where the Hive is Currently this little Hive is in Iceland, the land of Fire and Ice, with Mrs. Smith, Ms. Springer, and Mrs. Zator. MORE INFORMATION Vintage Shirt …