Mr. James D. Baker, Ruston's headmaster at the time of our tenure at Ruston, passed away in 2001. Until the very end, he was active in Ruston affairs. He dreamed of a new Ruston, and worked hard to infuse his vision on many Rustonians. His vision and Ruston memories will be published in his book in the near term. Jim Baker and his wife Sybil were, and still are, an inspiration to those of us who had the privilege of knowing them. 

These web pages are a tribute to their vision and leadership in shaping Ruston to be a very special place. Ruston Academy will forever exemplify a bi-cultural educational institution of the highest standards. 

Below are pictures of the Bakers, taken from old Ruston yearbooks, as well as more recent ones.

Remember to click on each small picture, if you want to see a larger version.

Below are some pictures taken at the Ruston-Baker Educational Institution business meeting in the summer of 1997. This business meeting was held as part of a three-day general Ruston reunion. Jim Baker participated actively in this meeting.