Vanguard History
In this section, we will give you little tidbits of Vanguard history. Make sure that you visit this site periodically because we will add new bits of history and trivia throughout the year.

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Alma Mater
     The Alma Mater for E.D. White Catholic High School was written by R. Gibbens Robichaux in 1967. Mr. Robichaux says that he was inspired and wrote the song in 15 minutes. Why is this little tidbit included in Vanguard Memories?  Well, Mr. Gibbens is an alumnus (1947) and was an early member of the band boosters.   He also had three children in the Vanguard, Vicky (1973), Tim (1979) and Chris (1990); two daughters-in-law, Janet (1976) and Michele (1978); and his grandson Michael is a Freshman and currently in the Cardinal Vanguard.  Needless to say, he has many ties to the band.

The words of the Alma Mater are as follows:

All hail to thee, our Alma Mater Edward Douglas White. We love those hallowed halls and spirit To do what is right. In God we base our goals in life And then we carry on. All hail to thee, our Alma Mater Edward Douglas White In you we have our faithful hope Edward Douglas White. The light that keeps our lives so bright The eternal light. In God we base our goal in life And then we carry on. All hail to thee, our Alma Mater Edward Douglas White.

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