IMPACT OF THE FUND FOR BISHOP LYNCH The Fund for Bishop Lynch is the most popular vehicle through which our supporters give to BL. We look to our current parents, alumni and friends for their support every year in order to have an immediate and meaningful impact. The Fund for Bishop Lynch supports every aspect of the school by serving as a bridge between our long-term goals and the immediate, pressing needs of today. THE IDEAL BALANCE Gifts to the Fund for Bishop Lynch fuel the seeking of truth, Catholic ministry, service programs for community engagement, and access for families, helping BL strike the perfect balance between academic excellence, a cohesive support system and vibrant campus life. The Fund for Bishop Lynch helps prepare our students to better understand, live successfully within, and provide enlightened leadership to a richly diverse and increasingly complex world. We're developing students who know how to ask better questions, think critically, consider more perspectives, and collaborate effectively. When you make a gift to the Fund for Bishop Lynch, you make it possible for us to fulfill our mission to more than 1,000 Friars!

Class of 2019 are the leaders of Bishop Lynch and they have already been able to enjoy their senior year Homecoming that looked like a blast. Enjoy the year as much as possible because it goes by fast. Our goal for the class of 2019 is to raise $66,000 through 154 donors.

Class of 2022 started their High School career this year and are already a part of the Friar Family. They have already been able to enjoy Friar Week and Homecoming Week and cannot wait for what the rest of their freshman year holds. Our goal for the class of 2022 is to raise $60,000 through 154 donors.

Class of 2021 survived their freshman year of High School and now as sophomores, they are ready to take on a bigger leadership role in the school. Some are playing varsity sports and others are already taking higher courses. Class of 2021 and their story has just begun. Our goal for the class of 2021 is to raise $42,000 through 162 donors.

Junior year can be somewhat stressful but this class has been seen a lot and is ready to succeed. They've seen state championships in multiple sports, been a part of academic teams, and seen the arts thrive. Class of 20/20, the future is clear. Our goal for the class of 2020 is to raise $40,000 through 147 donors.

Please join the first graduating class of Bishop Lynch High School in fundraising for the 55 Days of Giving for 55 Years. On May 16th, 1966, 103 students formed the first class to graduate. BL had Sister Mary Norbert, O.P. as Principal of the Girls Division and the Rev. John E. O'Connell, O.P. as Principal of the Boys Division. Last year the class of 1966 raised $7,655 with 13 donors. This year our goal is to have 21 donors.

Please join the class of 1967 in fundraising for the Fund for BL. The class of 1967 was the first class of seniors to complete four years at Bishop Lynch High School. This year the total enrollment at BL rose to 770. On November 11, 1966, BL had its first Homecoming game against the Rangers which ended in a victory.Last year the class of 1967 raised $41,274 with ten donors. This year our goal is to have 27 donors.

Please join the class of 1968 in fundraising for 55 Days of Giving for 55 Years!In 1968 BL had over 20 student organizations. This year was also when a BL sports team took home their first state title, with the Friar Golf team winning the state title. On June 20th BL graduated 153 students.Last year the class of 1968 had 8 donors. Our goal for this year is to have 23 donors.

Please join the class of 1969 in fundraising for the 55 Days of Giving for 55 Years!In 1969 the cross country team became the first BL team to win two consecutive district championships. This year was also the debut of our first Brigade line. Sister Norbert finished her term as principal of the girl’s division at BL.Last year the class of 1969 had 11 donors. This year our goal for the class of 1969 is to have 35 donors.

In 1970 prom was held in the Regency Room at the Adolphus Hotel. The Black Friars performed three plays this year, including "Caesar and Cleopatra," "Little Mary Sunshine," and "Oliver." The Spring Festival had activities including giveaways and a dunk tank. Last year the class of 1970 raised $14,040 through 13 donors. This year our goal for the class of 1970 is to reach 27 donors.

In 1971 BL had many student activities such as the talent show, the car smash, and the bonfire. The football team won the district II aaa champs. The junior varsity and freshmen teams won district champs as well. The cross country team won the state tcil champs and had a 16 meet winning streak. Last year the class of 1971 had 31 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1971 is to reach 26 donors.

1972 was a year of many first for Bishop Lynch including a trip to Mexico and a Community Awareness Day. The junior varsity and freshman football teams both won district champs. The cross country team won the District, TCIL, State, and UIL state championships. Last year the class of 1972 raised $7,790 through 12 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1972 is to reach 22 donors.

The class of 1973 got to experience the rare occasion of snow on BL's campus. Since it was the tenth anniversary of BL the school threw a fundraising weekend. It included a "fifties day" at school followed by a fifties themed dance. This was a part of a three night Rockathon. This year there was also the Latin Banquet on the Ides of March and a Sadie Hawkins dance. Last year the class of 1973 had 12 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1982 is to reach 21 donors.

The Black Friars put on the plays "Charley's Aunt" and "My Fair Lady." BL also celebrated a Spanish Banquet, a Latin Banquet, and Western Day.The Future Female Business Leaders of America had seven members qualify for the State Competition at the San Antonio convention. Last year the class of 1974 raised $17,065 through 9 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1974 is to reach 20 donors.

During 1975 BL took two school trips, one to New Orleans and one to Hawaii. Last year the class of 1975 raised $37,715 through 17 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1975 is to reach 26 donors.

During the year of 1976 there was a dinner dance called "Octoberfest," and a Kolache party.Last year the class of 1976 raised $13,170 through 12 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1976 is to reach 22 donors.

During the year 1977 the Student Council was very active hosting an array of events including a Thanksgiving food drive, a Christmas toy drive, a sidewalk fundraising sale, an Oktoberfest celebration, and a Casino Night. Last year the class of 1977 raised $7,226 through 9 donors. This year our goal for the class of 1977 is to reach 21 donors.

Last year the class of 1978 had 11 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1978 is to reach 25 donors.

The girls' varsity basketball team won another state championship. Last year the class of 1979 had 7 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1979 is to reach 36 donors.

During 1980 the Boys' Varsity basketball team won the state championships. There was BL Carnival day which included a dunk tank and community fun. Last year the class of 1980 had 6 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1980 is to reach 24 donors.

Dan Yoxall and Kathy Wilson were voted as Mr. and Ms. BLHS. Rose Marotta won Homecoming Queen and “My Fair Lady” was performed. Last year the class of 1981 had 13 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1981 is to reach 23 donors.

Last year the class of 1982 had 9 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1982 is to reach 23 donors.

Mr. and Miss BLHS were awarded to Mike Bielamowicz and Melanie Driscoll. The Bishop Lynch Bus was given the nickname “The Bomb” and girl’s basketball won the state championship. Last year the class of 1983 raised $6,585 with 19 donors. This year our goal for the class of 1983 is to reach 27 donors.

Natalie Boyne won Homecoming Queen, Tom Yoxall won Sadie Hawkins King, and “Anything Goes” was performed. Christopher Plumlee was voted outstanding senior of the year by his peers. Last year the class of 1984 raised $40,150 with 10 donors. This year our goal for the class of 1984 is to reach 22 donors.

Sara Wilson and Ritchie Martin were voted as Mr. and Miss BLHS. “Bye Bye Birdie” was performed to perfection and the Prom was held at the Commerce Club atop the Merchant’s Bank. Last year the class of 1985 had 12 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1985 is to reach 26 donors.

The Class 1986 was very spirited. The band would play throughout the halls to prepare for a pep rally and the Verbal Abuse Club that would go to sporting events and cheer for the Friars. J.R. Simpson and Maria Tobin were voted Mr. and Miss BLHS. Last year the class of 1986 had 9 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1986 is to reach 21 donors.

“It’s not all black and white” was a great way to explain the class of 1987. They were more than just a high school class, they are a family. Whether it be going to sporting events cheering on the Friars, growing together at Senior Retreat, or dancing the night away at one of the dances, this class was one of the best classes in the 80s. Last year the class of 1987 had 9 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1987 is to reach 24 donors.

Steve Jankowiak was able to throw pie into Tom Kelly’s face and John Frazier made his freshman save his parking spot. Mr. and Miss BLHS was awarded to Pam Sellers and Terry Murphy and the seniors beat the faculty in intramural basketball. Last year the class of 1988 had 10 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1988 is to reach 23 donors.

The 25th anniversary of Bishop Lynch, 1989 proved to be another great year as it closed out the 80s. “Hello Dolly” was performed and field day was a big success, especially for Claudia Webb as she figured out what it felt like to get hit in the face with a wet sponge. Fashion was also big in ’89, baggy suits, cuffed pants, and just as Pam Schneider and Katie Paulison about their stonewash jeans look. Last year the class of 1989 raised $12,540 with 15 donors. This year our goal for the class of 1989 is to reach 30 donors.

As the first class of the 1990’s, the senior class was all about the “big picture”. Sarah Patak was voted as homecoming queen and the rain didn’t stop the senior trip to the Renaissance Fair from being a great time. Kristi Larsen, K.B. Belter, and Steve Gilmore were voted Mr. and Miss BLHS. Last year the class of 1990 had 5 donors. this year our goal for the class of 1990 is to reach 24 donors.