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Katrina Disaster Relief for Affected Alumni

Welcome to the OFFICIAL site of
The Bryan Adams High School Alumni Association
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As another school year approaches, I am excited and honored to be your new alumni association president. We will soon be announcing some exciting changes, and a Homecoming that you won't want to miss!

The below is a response I've received from Mrs. Goodsell in response to the rumoured BAnd uniform changes.

Dear Alumna of Bryan Adams High School,

Recently, a petition was started regarding the uniforms and marching style of the Bryan Adams High School band. Unfortunately, this has led to a misunderstanding of what is actually happening.

First, I would like to say that you to all who called or sent an email to me regarding this matter. Many were filled with heartfelt emotions about their time as a member of the BAnd. I heard from alumni who line in Oklahoma, Michigan, and Colorado. Many played in the BAnd in the 1970's, 1980's, and 1990's. I appreciate your concerns, so please allow me to clarify exactly what is or is not being done.

In the coming year, 2008-2009, there will be no change to the traditional green and white uniform that was adopted in 1971. When school resumes in August, the current BAnd members will have a chance to choose a second uniform option. The band as a whole will then choose which uniform to wear at which events in the coming years. Also, concert uniforms have been ordered for the concert band to wear at UIL competitions and other events. These uniforms include a blazer and a pair of black slacks.

Let me reiterate, NO new uniform has been ordered at this time.

In closing, it is gratifying to see the affection and concern you have for your alma mater. We, the faculty and staff of Bryan Adams High School, encourage you to come to our events or volunteer in our school. Your presence and efforts would be greatly appreciated.

Please feel free to contact me any time you have a concern or request for information how our school, Bryan Adams, is doing.

Sincerely,
Cynthia Goodsell

RUMORS ARE RAMPANT! Band Uniform Changes

I am concerned to report that many rumors have been circulating regarding changes at the school. These rumors seemed to take root and grow because some changes are being made to the band uniforms. I am glad to report the green and white stripped uniform that has been in use since 1971 isn't going away, but BA is getting a new uniform. Our school will now proudly have three (3) uniforms that can be worn for different occasions. No other school in Dallas has such an opportunity for diversity and style dictated by the occasion.

There have also been rumored changes to the Belle Uniform and Cougar "logo", all completely unfounded. Our principal, Cynthia Goodsell recognizes the importance of tradition. She has done an excellent job of balancing tradition yet creating new traditions in sync with the 21st century and today's students. She has dedicated herself to promoting a positive image of Bryan Adams, a school steeped in tradition, but also facing the challenges of being fifty years old made. BA has a student body today without many of the advantages that most of us from earlier years enjoyed. Ms. Goodsell has a tough job to take on the changes required to attain and maintain academic excellence, and she deserves our support.

Changes are hard, but sometimes necessary. I have heard from many of you who do not want changes. I will be asking Ms.Goodsell to provide us with an regular article or perhaps a blog to keep us informed of all the happenings at the school. We are alumni who are extremely proud of our school and we care about what happens. I just ask that we stay positive, stay informed and support the positive changes that inevitably will take place. Please let us know how you feel. The "Cougar Talk Forums" on this website (BAHS EVENTS) is the perfect place to share your views, your comments and your concerns, as well as ask questions.

Carol Robnett McQueary
BAHS Alumni Association President
Class of 1964

Be sure to register AND UPDATE AND/OR CONFIRM your information on our new system and to be on the lookout for information in the near future about a special all alumni event!

The Bryan Adams High School Alumni Association (BAHSAA), founded in 1992, is now a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. We rely on donations / fundraising to help the graduating Seniors of Bryan Adams High School in Dallas Texas. Funds generated through brick sales, donations, our new Scholar"Shop" Online Mall, and other activities support scholarships for graduating seniors each year, in addition to providing for other needs of our Alma Mater.

BAHSAA has awarded nearly $25,000 in scholarships the last 3 years and 33 scholarships since 2000.

If you have not already updated your information with us, please help us keep up with you for your class reunions and other alumni information by clicking here and searching for yourself, then update your information.

You will be able to choose a username and password (all alumni can do this - we are updating paid alumni who will have higer access), plus change any incorrect information. We still have several things to finish, as you will see, but this will help us insure that your data is as up to date as possible, make sure that we get information from people we may not have it on, and insure that when your class has a reunion, they can get the information to you at the correct address.