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Mrs. Betty Toepfer
An oral history with Mrs. Betty Toepfer. She describes growing up in the Edgewood Lawn neighborhood of Baton Rouge and participation in the Sacred Heart Church and other Catholic Churches in Baton Rouge. Mrs. Toepfer lived in several historic buildings including the Warden's House and the Old State Capital. Other topics covered include World War II, the USO and education in Baton Rouge
Jerry Boudreaux
Joseph "Jerry" Boudreaux describes his youth in Baker, La., his high school and college careers including his involvement in ROTC and football.
He briefly discusses his career in the Air Force. Mr. Boudreaux
talks about integration in the schools, earning a Masters +30
and eventually becoming principal of Zachary High School from 1970-1995.
Boudreaux examines the changes he saw during his tenure and discusses his involvement in the Louisiana High School Athletic Association
"The Pirates of Penzance"
Mike Katchmer (Pirate King) center amongst other pirates in the production of "The Pirates of Penzance.
"The Pirates of Penzance"
Scene from the production of "The Pirates of Penzance" as the daughters and pirates interact
"The Pirates of Penzance"
Bess Yunek (Mabel) center stage as Michael Dunavant (Frederic) looks on in the production of "The Pirates of Penzance.
"The Bruin" Catholic High School, 2010
Catholic High School was originally known under the name St. Vincent's Academy created by the congregation of the Brothers of the Secret Heart in 1894. As the student body grew, new facilities were constructed on North and 4th streets. It was during this time of transition (1929) that the school name was changed to Catholic High School. The school was moved to its current location at Hearthstone Drive in 1957
Northeast High School, 2010
Digital copy only. Northeast High School was established in Pride, Louisiana with the consolidation of Pride High School and Chaneyville High School in 1981. The school serves students in grades 7-12. Their mascot is the Viking. Northeast High School is located at 13700 Port Hudson-Pride Rd, Pride, LA