Just a note to remind all that our 30 year class reunion will be held the summer of 2012.  That’s only 2 1/2 years away.  Any reunion  ideas that you want considered, please forward them to either myself at: gnansenelson@yahoo.com or Micheline Mourot at: michelineuter@bellsouth.net

Our condolences go out to former classmate Nancy and her family following the sudden passing yesterday of her husband, Henri.

Dominick Bruno

BRUNO Dominick Bruno, of Slidell, LA on Saturday, March 14, 2009. Beloved Husband of late Melba “Putty” Bruno. Father of Dominick J. Bruno(Diann) and Melvin J. “Butch” Bruno. Brother of Cusimano Bruno and Vivian B. Fail. Also survived by 4 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Special thanks to Carol Ann, his niece, and Trinity Rehabilitation for their special care. Age 93 years. A native of Sicily, Italy and long time resident of Slidell. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church for over 80 years and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a graduate of Slidell High, on it’s first football team and it’s first All State member, of which he was the last surviving member of the team. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, 1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Tuesday after 10:00 A.M. until funeral time. Donations to Slidell Hospice, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA.

100th year
Celebration and Culminating Event / Gala
Saturday, March 28 2009
10:00am – 3:00pm

10:00 CENTENNIAL DAY PARADE
As we start the celebration, join us around the front of campus and cheer for current Slidell High students and our Honorary Grand Marshalls:

Mrs. Elinor B. McGinty Class of 1931
Mr. Joseph C. Buccaran Teacher 1963-76, Principal 1976-2003
John Lamarque Class of 1961
Ronnie Panks Class of 1963
Johnny Johnston Class of 1964, Band director 1971-2001
Ray Alfred Class of 1972
Trey Folse Class of 1977
Mike Gambrell Class of 1980
Matt Forte’ Class of 2004

10:15 OPENING CEREMONIES at the Main Stage and Garden Stage at the front of the campus.

Welcome Blake Edwards, Class of 2010
Invocation Rev. Matthew Rawle, Class of 1997
Presentation of Colors Slidell High NJROTC
Pledge Lillian McAbee, Class of 2009
National Anthem Matthew Rawle, Class of 1997, Jennifer Reich, C lass of 1997, Melanie Rawle St.Cyr, Class of 1999, Chris Marroy, Class of 2006
Introduction of Guests Blake Edwards, Class of 2010
Centennial Remarks Mr. William C. Percy, SHS Principal
Guest Speakers Superintendent Mrs. Gayle Sloan, Deputy Superintendent Mr. Trey Folse, Mr. Joseph C. Buccaran
Garden Dedication Sr. Chief Ray Gonzales, Present Faculty Member
Singing of Alma Maters Johnny Johnston and SHS Honor Choir

10:45 Tribute to L.V. McGinty
Join us in the library for a special showing of a video produced by St. Tammany Parish Public Schools Access Channel 13 for a tribute in memory to “Mr. Mac’s” more than 40 years of legendary service as teacher, coach, and principal at Slidell High.

11:00 Vince VanCe and the Valiants in a 90 minute concert on the Main Stage

11:10 SENIOR SHOWSTOPPERS in the Auditorium
Don’t miss our musical revue celebrating a history of spectacular senior plays at Slidell High, with performances by many of our shining alumni.

11:15 Meet Matt Forte, Chicago Bears RB and Slidell High class of 2004, in the Gymnasium

11:15 “Future” Cheerleaders and Swingerettes CLINIC
Young girls can learn a centennial cheer and dance from current Cheerleaders and Swingerettes in the Gym.

12:30 Country music sensation Jenny Brooks, class of 1989 performs on the Main Stage

1:00 JAZZ ENSEMBLE Alumni and current members of the Slidell High Band perform on the Garden Stage

1:10 SENIOR SHOWSTOPPERS in the Auditorium

1:15 “Future” Cheerleaders and Swingerettes Perform on the Garden Stage

1:30 Vince VanCe and the Valiants perform on the Main Stage

3:15 Powder-Puff Football at L.V. McGinty Stadium

Also Featuring:

Food from various local restaurants
Walk down memory lane with memorabilla collected from SHS alumni
Excerpts from past senior class plays
Children Focused Activities – space walks, face painting, dancing, cheering
Much more …….

For further info, visit: www.slidellhigh.stpsb.org

President Obama said last Friday he plans to withdraw most U.S. troops from Iraq by the end of August 2010.

In the meantime, our classmate, Rodney McKelroy, is about to be shipped to Iraq for a ONE YEAR TOUR OF DUTY. (Aren’t we a little old for this? I’m just sayin’.)

He will leave shortly for two weeks of training in Kansas, then it’s off to Iraq – for a YEAR.

I know Rodney would appreciate a few well wishes from his former classmates right about now. His email is: Tabasco_popcorn@yahoo.com

Drop him a line & send him your best. And remember to keep him and all our troops in your prayers until ALL of them are safely home.

Slidell High School Baseball Boosters -
The Baseball Tomorrow Fund Grant
This grant will support lights for the Slidell High School Baseball Field. The Slidell High Booster Club is trying to raise the money to have the lights installed.
If you or your company can help with a tax exempt donation or sponsorship, please send it to Slidell High School, care of Christy Wiebelt or contact her at 985-960-1633.

www.slidellhigh.stpsb.org

I hope all of you (especially the baseball players from our class) will take a moment to read the letter posted below & consider making a donation to the cause.

Consider this: This coming Tuesday, we will witness history as a black man is sworn in as President of the United States. There is someone from our class who knows a little bit of such things. Many of you may not know that our very own Sam St. Phard was the very first black Student Council President in Slidell High’s history. So, I guess you could say that long before the US has Barak, we had Sam! I think that’s something of which our class can be proud!

So Tuesday, as we bear witness to history in the making, I’m hoping you’ll consider making a donation to the Baseball boosters, maybe in Sam’s name even, and harken back on that historic event in our own school’s history.

Here is the letter:

Dear SHS Friends:
Slidell High School baseball recently won a grant providing lights for the baseball field.
The grant, through major league baseball, covers expenses to purchase the lights and
poles. Installation of the lights is not covered by the grant. The installation costs are
extensive. The Slidell Baseball Booster Club has always raised money to assist the
program and facilities with various uniform needs, field maintenance, facility upgrades
and equipment. The expenses for installation of the lights far out weigh any cost needs
presented in the past. We need your help to insure that the Slidell High School baseball
field shines bright this season and into the future.

Yours respectfully,
George Herdliska
Athletic Director
Baseball Coach
Slidell High School
985-373-3971
Slidell High School
Baseball Boosters
#1 TIGER DRIVE
SLIDELL, LOUISIANA 70458-2992
PHONE (985) 643-2992
FAX (985) 649-6853

So, hop over to Facebook and register. Just search Slidell High Class of 82 & you’ll find it.

And a belated Happy New Year to everyone!

The City of Slidell Cultural Arts Department Celebrates
Slidell High School’s 100th Birthday
November 14, 2008 6pm – 9pm
In conjunction with
Old Towne Alive Block Party.
Parade at 5:30pm
Music by Charmaine Neville
Entertainment by Papillion for the kids!
Call Ellen Lamarque 643-4656 for more information

slidellhigh.stpsb.org

Farmer admitted to his involvement with the fire and when asked why he did it, he stated “I was drunk and not in a position to do anything”

Tell me why!