C E Byrd High School - Gusher Yearbook (Shreveport, LA)

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Traditions of th past when combined v ith instruments of rhange mark th unforgettable e |x riem es of life within C. E. Byrd Hi h SchooL Stude nts put in manv rxtra hours painting banners to promote spirit before a ame. 5

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Loval mrmbrrs of ihr R.O.T.C. posted the colors, marking the start ol anoth- er school day. Students and faculty opened each assembly with the Pledge of Allegiance. Homecoming brought together three men, James H. Dunean, Grover C. Koffman and Dr. B. L. Shaw who have given eount- less hours of time and energy to make Byrd the best sehool ever. BYRD, WE STAND TO HONOR THEE What does a Bvrd High student think of when he sees the colors purple and gold? He recalls all the thrill and ex- citement that dominate every Byrd assemhly, pep rally, and game. He remembers the feeling of togetherness and con- cern for the school that made all Jackets feel united in vic- torv or defeat. Echoes of the wild excitement and cheering at the victory flag raisings fdl his ears. He realizes thal peo- ple at Bvrd have something intangible but very real that all other schools seem to be without. This special something can be seen in numerous banners and posters decorating the halls before each game. It is present in the shouts of students attending games, causes Pep Squad girls to yell until they ' re hoarse, and shines in the eyes of supporting fans when the Jackets pull through to win another game. It is evident in the singing of the Alma Mater and in the standing ovations for Dr. Shaw, Byrd’s principal. This spe- cial something is what has made Bvrd what it is today. It is the tradition of lovalty. A sight not seen every day was a parking lot lull of oars decorated with purple and gold. to olimax Gator Hunt Week

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LOYAL HOMAGE WE WILL BRING When a student enters Bvrd High School, he is just like anv other high school student. He soon distinguishes himself, however, by takinp part in the aetivities of vari- ous organizations. Bvrd has an assortment of organi a- tions, each offering fulfillment and responsibility in a different field. The Stingerettes and Purple Jaekets lead the spirit which is known throughout Louisiana. Inter- act, Key Club, and Leo Club, three service organizations, offer young men an opportunitv to serve their school and communitv, with Z Club providing the same chance for girls. R.O.T.C. trains bright young men to lead our military in the future. Brush and Palette gives those with artistic talent a chanee to display thtdr skills. Foreign language clubs offer an extra understanding of the peo- ple and customs in other eountries. Other clubs further a studenfs skills for tlu profession he mav ehoose to fol- low in the future. There is an organization for every stu- dent at Byrd; one which involves his interest, wherever it may lie. Key Club members Mark Thorne-Thomsen, Noel Be- noit and Jerry Peyton sold purple and gold derbies to Bvrd students and faculty. 6