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Centennial Online Store Open
Check out the C.E. Byrd Centennial Store! We are excited to share this monumental year with alumni, teachers, administrators and current students. Jennifer LaPierre (class of 1995) with Cayenne Marketing has put together and is hosting this store to raise money for an incredible reunion event. This store will CLOSE on October 31 to allow production time for these items to be ...
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Byrd Homecoming Game
Lee Hedges Stadium 6115 E Kings Hwy, Shreveport, United StatesDon't miss the monumental Byrd Homecoming Game at Lee Hedges Stadium! Our Yellow Jackets will face off against the Natchitoches Central Chiefs at 7:00 PM. Be sure to arrive early—pregame festivities start at 6:30 PM, featuring a special performance by the Alumni Pep Squad alongside the varsity cheer groups. Let's pack the stadium and show our Yellow Jacket pride! Purchase ...
Pumpkin Shine on Line
Betty Virginia Park 3901 Fairfield Ave, Shreveport, LA, United StatesWe are excited to participate in the Pumpkin Shine on Line on October 22nd and will be showcasing a special display dedicated to the Byrd legacy! Come out to see all of the pumpkin creations and celebrate with the community. The event takes from 4:00 – 8:00pm at Betty Virginia Park and admission is free!
Hall of Fame Induction Dinner
Shreveport Convention CenterJoin us at the Shreveport Convention Center for the Hall of Fame Induction Dinner honoring the 2024/2025 Hall of Fame Inductees. Tables and individual tickets will be available for purchase to this event here starting Friday, October 18th. Sponsor this event! Click here to view all Centennial sponsorship opportunities.
Golf Tournament
Querbes Golf Course(morning/lunch) – The Letterman’s Association is hosting it’s Inaugural C.E. Byrd Alumni Association Annual Golf Tournament at Querbes Golf Course. Player registration opens Friday, October 18th. Click here to register a team online. Also see byrdhighalumni.org/golf-tournament for more detailed information. Sponsorships are now available for purchase here, and forms can be found below... Download and complete the form (shown below), then mail ...
Documentary release
Robinson Film Center(all day) – The Alumni Association has partnered with Young Professionals Entertainment (YPE) and the Robinson Film Center to present the C.E. Byrd Centennial Documentary. Tickets will go on sale this spring. This documentary will tell the story of C.E. Byrd High School, featuring many of its remarkable and accomplished graduates. From professional athletes and entertainers to educators and government ...
Decades Reunions
(evening) – Let’s take over Texas Street in downtown Shreveport with a street party through the decades! The Alumni Association has worked with the class representatives to reserve 6 separate establishments along Texas Street to host the decade class reunions. Come join your decade (or visit another!) at one of these locations. Details on where your decade will meet and ...
5K Race
On the morning of June 7, the Byrd Alumni Association will host a 5K walk/run at the school to start the day! Runners, walkers, families and spectators can enjoy some exercise and entertainment throughout the neighborhood surrounding Byrd. Streets will be closed for the race. Sign in for race will begin at 7am and the race will take off at ...
Open House at Byrd
C.E. Byrd High SchoolStop by Byrd’s campus to visit with former faculty, graduates and friends. Throughout the day, there will be assemblies and pep-rallies highlighting all of the fun and school spirit we remember from our days at Byrd! Food trucks will be at the school if you want to grab lunch! There will also be historic memorabilia displayed throughout the school for ...
COMMON QUESTIONS
Will we need to buy tickets?
Yes, tickets will need to be purchased for the Hall of Fame dinner, Byrd Documentary and the Ultimate Reunion. There will also be entry fees for participants in the 5k Walk/Run and the Golf Tournament. Tickets and registration for most events will go on sale Friday, October 18th. Priority for tickets will go to those who have purchased a sponsorship and for Alumni Association members who are members in good standing (have paid membership dues since 8/1/24 or Lifetime members) AND have updated email addresses in our system. You can go to this form and enter your information to ensure that we have your correct email address and other contact information.
Will there be sponsorship opportunities?
Yes! Sponsorship information is available here.
Email byrdhighalumni@gmail.com if you have any questions or need further information on Sponsorships. We will have someone reach out to you with any additional information requested.
Are there hotel room blocks?
Yes, we currently have 2 room blocks at the Hilton Convention Center and Sam’s Town. Feel free to begin booking now!
Will there be transportation?
We are still in the process of finalizing many transportation plans for the weekend celebration, but can confirm we will have valet on Friday night at the Robinson Film Center. We also will have shuttles on Saturday for the Open House as parking may be limited at the school.
When will information be sent out?
As further details are finalized, information will be updated to this Centennial Webpage. Emails will also be periodically sent to all alumni who have updated information in our database. There will also be a Centennial information packet mailed to all Alumni.
Can we make a donation and where will donations go?
Of course! The Alumni Association is always taking donations. Any profits from these events can go towards initiatives in one of the following categories:
- Faculty support
- Student Life
- Facility Improvements
The Alumni Association Board of Directors will manage how the money is spent by working closely with school administration on current and future needs.
Contact Kenneth Favrot (318-349-0731) for more detailed information on specific projects and needs for the school.
You can make a donation online by clicking one of the links below or mailing a check payable to C.E. Byrd Alumni Association (3201 Line Ave., Shreveport, LA 71106).
How can you help?
- Ensure that your information is up to date! Without your help, it is difficult to ensure that we have everyone’s correct information. This also helps reduce the cost of postage to the Alumni Association.
- Ensure that your dues are up to date, purchase a sponsorship or donate to the Alumni Association at the links below