BATH — Hyde School hosted a self-avowed shyster to teach students honesty and integrity in October.

During its annual Fall Family Weekend, the school heard a talk from Frank Abagnale, who from age 16 to 21 successfully posed as an airline pilot, an attorney, a college professor and a pediatrician, in addition to cashing $2.5 million in fraudulent checks.

After being apprehended, he served five years in prison.

Upon his release, Abagnale assisted the federal government by teaching and aiding law enforcement agencies.

He is now one of the world’s most respected authorities on forgery, embezzlement and secure documents.

Abagnale — whose experience is depicted in the bestselling book, film and musical “Catch Me If You Can” — spoke to an audeince of more than 300, relating his life story and his dedication to his own personal redemption.

Abagnale stated that his illegal actions as a youth were a “burden that I live with every single day of my life.”

And he addressed special remarks to the Hyde students regarding their use of Facebook, warning them to be mindful about what they share on the social media site as it could very well follow them throughout the rest of their lives.

“We are honored that Mr. Abagnale has found his way to Hyde,” said Don MacMillan, Head of School, “volunteering his time and travel to share with our families his fascinating story and message concerning the vital importance of nurturing character development in our children.”