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Welcome Bishop Lynch Alumni
The Bishop Lynch community has more than 14,000 Forever Friars who live and work in every state and across the globe. Our vibrant alumni network is a testament to the meaningful – and memorable – high school journey at Bishop Lynch.
Alumni News
![Bishop Lynch Hosts First Graduating Class for 60th Anniversary Reunion]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1786712108/bishoplynchorg/iepbv1sgcf478dsmmahs/StephFriarFactsPics-4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1786712108/bishoplynchorg/iepbv1sgcf478dsmmahs/StephFriarFactsPics-4.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1786712108/bishoplynchorg/iepbv1sgcf478dsmmahs/StephFriarFactsPics-4.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1786712108/bishoplynchorg/iepbv1sgcf478dsmmahs/StephFriarFactsPics-4.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1786712108/bishoplynchorg/iepbv1sgcf478dsmmahs/StephFriarFactsPics-4.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1786712108/bishoplynchorg/iepbv1sgcf478dsmmahs/StephFriarFactsPics-4.jpg","width":2200}])
Bishop Lynch recently welcomed members of its first graduating class back to campus to celebrate the 60th anniversary of their graduation, a milestone traditionally recognized as a diamond anniversary. As part of their reunion visit, the alumni attended the first Mass of the school year alongside students, faculty, and staff, then gathered for a special luncheon.
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Bishop Lynch High School honored four inductees into the Sports Hall of Fame during the Alumni Association's annual induction ceremony, continuing a tradition of recognizing excellence across Friar athletics. The event was emceed by Stephen Howard '88, a Hall of Fame inductee and former NBA player.
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Bishop Lynch High School is proud to announce that longtime faculty member and alumnus John Athas ’81 was named 2026 Distinguished Educator of the Year by the Diocese of Dallas Catholic Schools Office during the April 24 celebration dinner and award ceremony.
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Bishop Lynch High School alumnus Zac Zapletal ’18 was ordained to the Transitional Diaconate on Saturday, April 25, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Plano. The ordination Mass was presided over by the Most Rev. Edward J. Burns, bishop of the Diocese of Dallas, and included five other men from the diocese. The Bishop Lynch community celebrates this milestone with pride and gratitude.
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Bishop Lynch High School students gained valuable insight into life beyond graduation at last night’s annual Career Night, a collaborative effort between the College Advising Team and the Alumni Association.
Homecoming & Reunions
Homecoming dates have officially been announced! To learn more about our 2026 homecoming and reunions, please click the link below.
Distinguished Alumni of the Year
Since 1990 the Bishop Lynch Alumni Association has recognized those graduates who have embodied the Bishop Lynch tradition and Dominican heritage of service to the community. The Distinguished Alumni of the Year should show a commitment to the school and its missions and should serve as a model to all of what Christ has called us to become.
Sports Hall of Fame
The 2026 Sports Hall of Fame will take place on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Bishop Lynch will honor four individuals and championship teams that left their mark on Bishop Lynch High School Athletics.
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Upcoming Events
Houston Reunion -
August 26, 2026
All-Alumni Party - October 16, 2026
Class Reunions - October 17, 2026
Fayetteville Friar Brunch -
January 17, 2027
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