Does anyone know how many were in our graduating class?

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Hello to everyone.   I have totally been out of touch.   Any plans for  get together  for Super Big Year.  2023??   Wish you all good health and happiness.  Shirill Kabachnick Jeffords 

Jerry and fellow reunion committee members, I have been fortunate enough to attend a few reunions and this one was, by far, the best. Job well done!! Our weekend with fellow Pilots prompted much discussion on our ride home. In our discourse we talked about the Pilot wheel ornament and also noticed the Pilot wheel has been a much used symbol of Norview over the years which prompted our memories about where our school's name originated. So, with a little research came up with this info and being "an old crank" decided to pass it on with some hope of finding where the pilot wheel came from?? Somewhere, along the way, many graduates of Norview High School have begun to use a Pilots wheel (for boats) as our mascot which it is not. Read the attached history - paragraph 3 -  and find that the school mascot is an airplane.  If I'm wrong please forgive me and give an idea on how / when our mascot changed.  Jerry Crews - '59 School History:In 1921, the first school building to be called "Norview" was a farmhouse, known as the Harlow house. In 1922, Norview students and their first principal, H.C. Barnes, moved into a new high school, on the site of what is now Norview Middle School. In June 1952, the cornerstone was placed for the new Norview High school building located on Middleton Place. The first class to graduate from this building was the class of 1955. At the time of its construction, this building was the largest high school in the state of Virginia, originally built to house 1400 students. The original cost was $3 million to build and $125,000 to furnish. Since then, other additions were made including a girls' athletic area, guidance complex and 12 mobile classrooms. Air conditioning was added in 1999. Norview High's community of Norview was part of Norfolk County, not the city of Norfolk. It is for this reason that Norview was the only high school to have its own football stadium, which was built by Norfolk County. Until the mid-60's, the "home" side of Chittum Field was the side nearest Chesapeake Boulevard. For want of more seating capacity, the bleachers opposite the traditional "home" side were made larger along with a larger press box; thereafter, this larger side became the "home" side. Chittum Field was modified again in 1981. This Norview has seen only three principals: Mr. C.W. "Bolo" Perdue, who used to coach Norview's football team in the late 40's was principal until 1982 and was succeeded by Mr. Claude Sawyer, who was principal until 1992. Mrs. Marjorie Stealey, the current principal, was appointed in 1992 and was the first woman to serve as a high school principal in Norfolk.At a cost of $31.7 million to build and $4.7 million to furnish, the new Norview is open to students. At approximately 288,000 square feet, it is twice the size of the building it replaced and is designed for 1800 students. The groundbreaking took place in June 2002 in the middle of the football field where the construction process started. The facility is now complete, including a new stadium adjacent to Sewell's Point Road. Our school mascot, the "Pilot" biplane, has an interesting origin. One of the early principals enjoyed amateur flying and often practiced in a field near Norview. Norview "Pilots" became the accepted mascot and the most unique; as it is unlikely that there is any other school whose mascot is the "Pilots". The alma mater was written by Arch "Pop" Manning…   

I was hoping that there would be photos of the 55th class reunion posted here or somewhere.  Didn't anyone take any photos?  I am sorry that I missed it.

Just found this have been wondering for years what happened to all my old friends I graduated early august of 1962 never heard of any reunions 

Just saying hello.

Sorry I missed the 50th but am looking forward to the 55th have recently moved back to the eastern North Carolina area my wife pasted away last year so Icame back near the Tidewater area   Had been living in California off and on since 1982. Looking forward to seeing some old friends. The years at Norview we’re a special time for me. I will remember it always

I recently published my second book, Three Whistles. The book is a Coming-of-Age Mystery that takes place between 1953 and 1973, and is based on many experiences I had growing-up in the Norview area. It was a fun book to write and I hope, if you read it, you will find it fun and enjoyable as well. You can view my website here at timsoyars.com or you can click the link to my site as listed on the home page near the bottom of this Norview site. PS: If you order a book from my site and click the first yellow and blue order button, you will receive a signed or personalized copy of my book. This will make a good Christmas present for anyone familiar with the Norview/Tidewater area during ‘50s and 60’s. Have a great holiday season. Best regards, Tim  

Nice to see pics of the good ole days!!!!! Dianne Mullen

Great memories. BE91

This was my first reunion so what do I compare it with?  I don't need comparisons to know that it was great.  I had a ball reconnecting with friends I haven't seen in 50 years.  Thanks to the committees and everyone else involved in putting it together.  All of you did a great job with the possible exception of the person who was supposed to set up the cheerleader practice session. That was really a hoot.  I don't think it could have been better with practice.   We really didn't mean to bring Western Washington weather with us.  I had heard from one of my cousins that we had traded weather for most of the summer.  Not my doing.  Honest. Thanks to everyone who made it.  It was great seeing all y'all again. 

Margaret,   THANK YOU. The Committee’s plans and efforts were a smashing success. I knew I would have a great time seeing so many good friends from such a pivotal time in our lives, but the two days far exceeded my expectations. My wife Mary Ann (a Chicago/Indiana lady) was also blown away by the joy and sincerity felt by so many people feeling good about getting back together. I look forward to coming back home more often and especially the next Reunion—thank you again!   PS: And to my deal old friend and Team Mate Mike Steele who said, “Despite the dilly-dallying”…paying the wager, I guess the adage is true, i.e. they say the memory is the first to go. I gave you your $6.00 before you got out of the cart in the parking lot, AND Jerry was settling up with Wayne 30 seconds later. I hope you remember telling us that you would fly us to Augusta next time and treat us to a round of golf? Just checking.

Reunion committee, I just arrived back home (Florida) a few hours ago and also wanted to sincerely thank the reunion committee for all the work they put in to make this weekend a success.  I have attended and worked on several reunions in the past but this was THE BEST.  Thank you to all committee members and to Jan Croes Davis for including me.  Lots of laughs%uD83D%uDE01 Mike and Jimmy said it all.   I felt such a love and camaraderie among all of us.  Life is short but when we are able to reunite with people that are our "history" it is a special gift.  God continue to bless you and let's stay in touch to have more fun at the next reunion.                 Hugs,                        Frances Carmichael Wiedeman

Hard to believe that almost 60 years has passed since our high school graduation. While time moves on, memories can linger forever and I am grateful for all the wonderful memories and experiences growing-up, living in Norview and attending school there. To all my friends and acquaintances, I wish you health and happiness. Love you guys, Tim  

WOW!!!!!   WONDERFUL!!!!!   FUN!!!!! Thank you and the committee for all of your time and hard work to make our reunion the best anyone could hope for.  It was great!!! 

To all listed [and to those inadvertently omitted] I would like to say that the weekend was very enjoyable and quite a pleasant surprise. It is impossible to fully “bridge the gap” that comes from the time and distance separation for so many of us. However, the reunion created just the setting to make that happen. Hat’s off to the reunion committee.   For some, our meetings were as if one had walked out of the yearbook. For others, it was good that we had our picture tag. Life is full of many experiences and twists. I counted 64 names in our memorial. On the trip from Columbus, I was delayed by a fatal accident on I-95 south of Ashland for 3 hours. On the return trip I was stopped for 1 ½ hours by a fatal accident 8 miles from my home. Some did not make it home over the weekend. At present we are blessed.   Some of our discussions were quite brief, while others were in depth and quite insightful. Some were serious, some were fun. Regardless, all of the dialogues were enjoyable. It is hard to acknowledge that in such a short period of time a “bond” can develop, or be rekindled. Thanks to all of you for a great 50th!   PS - Unforgettable will be the $6.00 won by the team of Foshay-Steele from the team Collier-Rothgery. Despite the dilly-dallying [to try and avoid payment of debts] all money was transferred to its proper owner.   PSS - I belong to a GOLF CLUB (TheFriars.com). Our favorite saying is  . . . “ golf is all about with whom and where you play”. This weekend had great company [and comradeship] and a great venue. Thanks golf committee.   PSSS – Next time Paul!   To and for our next reunion !!!!!

Hi.   

Glad I found this website.  Really brought back some great memories.  Thanks!

Class of 1963

Class of 1964 Nicely done Tim

After 46 years away from Norfolk and living in Louisville, KY, I and my wife Mary  of 46 years and daughter Betty have moved back to the area. We now live in Va Beach. I retired in December, 2015 from managing commercial office buildings and previously mortgage banking. Nice to be back. 

God Bless You All............

I arrived in late March or early Aptil 1963 at the end of my Jumior year, graduating from Norview in 1964. This video really helped me better understand Norview than I ever had. I married a '63 classmate of yours - Harry William (aka, Bill, Billy) Bailey, Jr.   Bill had "come up thru the ranks", elem thru high school in the Norview schools. He was in the band, played saxophone which was his biggest joy during those years. I saw names of classmates that he used to talk about with fun memories all the time. I'm sorry he never got back for any reunions but it was nice to see that even tho he's passed on, he was not forgotten at the end. I thank the class of '63 for that remembrance.   I hope I get an invitation to my 50th reunion at Norview as I'd like to try & attend.  

This site is so well done! I found it easy to navigate. I also enjoyed the tour through the history of Norfolk and our highschool, the comments from alumni, and reading about the reunions. I hope our class' 50th is equally as grand! Thank you for all your hard work.

Very nice video. I had not thought of the name Joeseph(Joe) Imburgia in a lot of years. It was Joe who was the guiding hand and light that ke[pt me from quitting the band when I came from the jr. high school my sophomore year, yes I was one of those that th school system "screwed over" by making us go to our freshman year at the jr. high school. When I came to the high school, I lost out on a trip to the Orange Bowl with the band, I still believe the school board OWES me for that loss. Those in the "bass section (sousaphones and one upright tuba)" looked down on me, but were kinda afraid as I was amuch better bass player than most were. Joe became a friend in need. He laso became friends with my family and he and my father always had a good time at the ball games and at the bands annual Xmas tree sale. He said "Lee don't worry about them up there , those of us who were a year late had to sit on the floor while the rest got to sit on the platform, that is where the up there came from. He said "i've listened to to how you sound and I've spoken to our director, Mr. Ricardo, and he insured me that you will be 1st. chair and will play the 4 valve upright tuba in concert band next year. That year I went on to make the "All Star banb and for the next two years I was first chair  in that band. I have been away from Norfolk since 1973 and have lived in Bristol,Tn/Va. since 1974-1982 and then to Athens,Ga. from 1982-1992 and then back here to Bristol since 1992 to the present. There was also a fellow band member who also hung around with Joe but I do not remember his name, he too helped me thru the dark days.  I came to my 45th reunion in 2010. Would like to make the 50th in 2015 but don't think I will be able to do so. If not I will be there in spirit. Go Pilots.

Thank you for  such a nice  clip.  I am a 1968 graduate of Norview, but always interested in  anything to do with Norview.  ..Any year.    It was great to see all that you put into it...especially the amusement park.   Loved that roller coaster!

Awesome web page!  Thanks for sharing!

Thank you for such a wonderful job  presenting  the memories we all shared.  It was such a great time in our lives and helped us succeed in life.

Just saw the notice about the  55th reunion. GREAT. I now live in Tulsa, OK. I did come to the 50th reunion and had such aa good time seeing friends from many years past. I definitely am planning on coming to the 55th reunion.

When I left Norview in 1963, I got married to my high school love back in Kentucky. He came to Norfolk and worked for Norfolk and Western. We had a daughter Michele, then in 68 had another daughter named Phyllis. Our last child was Phillip Jr. Then we moved to Va. Beach and we got divorced in 1979. I have since moved to a little town named Louisa. I have three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. My youngest child Phillip developed Lupus and died in 2017.

Next year marks 50 years since leaving Norview High !! Hard to believe.... I had such a great time at Norview. Still remain in contact with couple of my classmates... Eventually ended up in Arizona where I am semi-retired and loving life....Hopefully I will reunite with some long-ago friends at the reunion next year!! If they have one....!? Someone please let me know... (Sandy Frank)

Hello class of 63, it\'s been a long and trying life. I am looking for Andrew Stephen Leah and Jacqueline Williams.

It has been a long time.  First time I have seen these pictures.  I miss those days.  I have great-grand children graduating from high school.  That makes me feel almost old.

  (regarding the letter sent out)          That was sooooo nice. Good job.

Had a great time at the reunion. Great seeing old friends.

This is a fabulous video!  Thank you for all your hard work!! Sorry to have missed the reunion but these memories are so vivid. I live in richmond, Va and am a psychiatric nurse in private practice.  I have 2 grown sons and 3 grandsons!  I play the harp, garden and enjoy my family.   Thanks again for all your hard work.   Bev Taylor Geissler

I wasn't a Norview student, but a Granby student in 1962.  I've been looking for Sandy (Sandra) Smith to show up in the Pilot Yearbook for 1962 or 1963.  I think she graduated in 1963 and was hoping if someone had the '62 & '63 yearbooks that I could get someone to take a photo of the page that Sandy is on.  Big request, but we lost contact so long ago that i would be happy to at least have a photo or two of her from back in time. Sincerely, Barry Dukes

I live in Florida now, have 2 children, boy and girl, 8 grandchildren, 4 girls and 4 boys, and 7 great grandchildren, 3 boys and 4 girls. I am retired, 2010,