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TEN IMPORTANT REASONS TO ATTEND THE 2024 NCHS CLASS REUNION AT SHERITON WATERSIDE NORFOLK HOTEL

1.  To reconnect with old friends and catch up on what they have been doing since graduation.

2.  To celebrate the achievements and milestones of  classmates.

3.  To share stories and memories of the past.

4.  To network with former classmates who may have valuable connections or opportunities in different fields or industries.

5.  To have fun and enjoy the entertainment, food, and activities that the Reunion organizers have planned for the event.

6.  Shopping and to indulge in the entertainment at Norfolk Waterside and surrounding areas, such as the Main Hotel, the Nauticus (home of the USS Wisconsin), Towne Point Park, and the Rivers Casino Portsmouth

7.  To challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone and mingle with people you may not have socialized with while attending NCHS.

8.  To introduce your partner, family, or achievements, and see how your classmates have grown and changed over the years.

9.  To support the mission of NCHS Alumni Association in assisting current students in furthering their education beyond high school.

10.  To be inspired by the stories and experiences of your former classmates.

SEE YOU THERE!

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TEN IMPORTANT REASONS TO ATTEND THE 2024 NCHS CLASS REUNION AT SHERITON WATERSIDE NORFOLK HOTEL

1.  To reconnect with old friends and catch up on what they have been doing since graduation.

2.  To celebrate the achievements and milestones of  classmates.

3.  To share stories and memories of the past.

4.  To network with former classmates who may have valuable connections or opportunities in different fields or industries.

5.  To have fun and enjoy the entertainment, food, and activities that the Reunion organizers have planned for the event.

6.  Shopping and to indulge in the entertainment at Norfolk Waterside and surrounding areas, such as the Main Hotel, the Nauticus (home of the USS Wisconsin), Towne Point Park, and the Rivers Casino Portsmouth

7.  To challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone and mingle with people you may not have socialized with while attending NCHS.

8.  To introduce your partner, family, or achievements, and see how your classmates have grown and changed over the years.

9.  To support the mission of NCHS Alumni Association in assisting current students in furthering their education beyond high school.

10. To be inspired by the stories and experiences of your former classmates.

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NORTHAMPTON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION, INC.

P. O. BOX 1223

EASTVILLE, VA 23347

October 18, 2024

Dear Alumnus/Friend:

We are excited to announce that the 2024 NCHSAA Reunion will be held on August 9-11, 2024, at the Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel, Norfolk, VA. I hope that you will join us for this special occasion to reconnect with your classmates.

This year, we regret to inform you that due to inflation and cost of living there will be an increase in the Registration Fee. Almost daily, as you all have noticed, we are subjected to increases in the cost of food, gas, housing, clothing, and other essentials. The Executive Board has diligently made efforts to minimize the Registration Fee increase.  The increase will cover the expenses for the venue, dining, hospitality, entertainment, and other services.

Therefore, the 2024 Reunion fee will be $275.00 per person.  I understand that this may be financially challenging for some, but I hope that you will see it as an investment in your memories and friendships. I assure you that the Reunion will be worth your investment.  Further, if you desire you can make payments monthly, bi-monthly, or whatever fits your circumstances. Prayerfully, this will have less impact on your budget. However, if you wish to pay the full amount in one payment, please feel free to do. Unfortunately, this year there will not be an Early Bird Registration Fee.

If you are interested in attending, please, if possible, respond on or before Saturday, December 9, 2023, with a deposit of $50.00 or more. The deposit is important for making arrangements for the Reunion.

The final payment for all registrations must be received not later than Saturday, June 22, 2024. If your full payment is not received by June 22, 2024, there is no guarantee that you will receive a Souvenir Booklet, T-Shirt, or Reunion Bag. Absolutely, positively – NO MONEY WILL BE RECEIVED AT THE HOTEL!

Receipts will be forwarded upon receipt of each payment. Make check or money order payable to NCHSAA and mail to: NCHSAA, P. O. Box 1223, Eastville, VA 23347-1223. Read all enclosures carefully and please return the Registration Form with your deposit/payment. PLEASE MAKE YOUR MENU SELECTION FOR EACH PERSON IN ATTENDANCE FOR SATURDAY’S DINNER ON THE ATTACHED REGISTRATION FORM.

If you have any questions or concerns about the Reunion or registration fee increase, please feel free to contact me at nchsreunion2024@gmail.com. I appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.

Thank you for your continued support and loyalty to our alma mater. I look forward to seeing you at the 2024 Reunion August 9, 2024! Mark your calendar today!!!

In the Golden Bull Spirit,

Felton T. Sessoms, President

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GRACIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS AWAIT YOU AT THE

SHERATON NORFOLK WATERSIDE HOTEL

777 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA.

BOOK YOUR ROOM(S) NOW

NCHSAA REUNION 2024

AUGUST 9, 10, 11, 2024

BY PHONE: Ask for Northampton County HS Reunion 2024

888-627-8042

RESERVATIONS MUST BY MADE BY July 17, 2024 to guarantee group rate of  $149.00 per night, plus taxes.

The host hotel and location of the NCHS Alumni Association’s Reunion 2024 activities is the Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel, 777 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA. The NCHS Reunion special Group Rate is $149.00 (single or double occupancy) plus taxes The rate will remain at $149.00 per night 3 days prior to the event and for 3 days after the event. The parking fee is $25.00 per day (Friday through Sunday) (Dominion Tower GarageParking). There is more affordable parking within close proximity of the hotel.

Reservations must be made on or before July 17, 2024 to receive the special group rate. RESERVE YOUR ROOM NOW. Reservations after the given date will be accepted on a space-available basis at the prevailing rate so DON’T DELAY. In making assessable room reservations, please specify. Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the reserved date or one night’s room plus tax will be charged. Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. on the day of arrival and check-out time is 11:00 a.m. on your scheduled day of departure. If you have any complaints regarding your hotel accommodations, please contact the hotel staff immediately. Sorry, NO PETS ALLOWED.  ALL ROOMS ARE SMOKE FREE.

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ANNOUNCEMENT

The pictures from the 2019 Class Reunion have been posted.  They can be viewed in the Photo Gallery.  Sorry about duplicates, computer went awry.  Enjoy!

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2017 CLASS REUNION PHOTOS

To view photos from the 2017 Class Reunion click on PHOTO GALLERY on the left menu (you must log in to view pictures, if you need system password please let me know).  Thanks to all who contributed photos.  If you desire to share photos you took, please email them to me.  The gallery is not complete, however, please do enjoy!   Felton '65

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NCHS ALUMNI MENTORING PROGRAM

PURPOSE

The purpose of the mentoring program is to assist students in the acquisition of knowledge and skills,develop integrity, process information, think crtically and work independently.  We also provide educational cultural materials to stimulate academic achievement.

The program is open to male and female students in grade 7,  All participants will be eligible for a scholarship to assist monetarily when entering an institution of higher learning.

Participants will participate in school and community projects, field trips and discussion forums.

Group sessions will be held twice a month at the Northampton Middle School between the hours of 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

PARTICIPANTS

COX, YASMIN PAIGE

JARVIS, DAJAWAN MALIK

ORTIZ, DAISY GANT

TAYLOR, EMARI LASHAY

VENEY, DEMION AHMADMALIK

WHITE, TYKEISHA L.

STUDENT GOALS

TO DEVELOP:

1.  POSITIVE ATTITUDES

2.  LISTENING AND SPEAKING SKILLS

3.  PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS

4.  DECISION-MAKING SKILLS

5.  HOW TO BE A TEAM MEMBER OR PLAYER

6.  STRONG WORK ETHICS

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"The Thomas Ferdinand and Annie Sue Fisher Wynder Fund"

The NCHS Alumni Association Foundation is pleased to announce that a new focus fund has been established by the Wynder family in memory of their parents.   The new fund will be known as "The Thomas Ferdinand and Annie Sue Fisher Wynder Fund".  It has been established to assist students in advancing their education to learn a craft or to pursue a skilled trade career.  The Foundation is grateful to the Wynder family for remembering both their parents and the children of Northampton County in this special way. 

Initial contributions were made also as a memorial to their daughter and our NCHS alumni friend, Margaret Sue Culpepper (nee: Wynder), who passed in October.   Alumni Association members are urged to enhance this fund by making contributions of any amount to "NCHS Alumni Association Foundation, Inc.", noting that the contribution is to be credited to the Wynder Fund.  Mr. and Mrs. Wynder's daughter, Barbara, was instrumental in establishing this fund.  Thanks to Barbara for her inspiration.  

 

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Please check out the Talent Show

Video!  Hilarious!  Stupendous! Awesome! Click Talent/Fashion Show Tab

Kudos to the Spady Family!

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TOP TEN REASON NOT TO MISS THE CLASS REUNION

1.  You'll laugh, cry and reminisce with some of your old friends and classmates.

2.  It's okay not to remember someone.  That's why name tags were invented!

3.  Feel better realizing you are not the only one who has been married, divorced, married, divorced and still looking!

4.  Rekindle or begin new relationships.

5.  Show everyone how sexy BALD is!

6.  Even if you had some negative experiences in high school, don't fret about it, you'll most likely laugh about it now!

7.  Enjoy a weekend without the grandkids or great-grands.

8.  Use the renunion as an opportunity to diet and shape up.

9.  An opportunity to swap pictures of your children, your dear grandchildren and beloved great grands.

10.  And finally, studies have shown that those who were initially hesistant about attending their reunion, discover it was the event that they wouldn't have missed!

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2013 4-H Participants

Sponsored by the

Northampton County High School Alumni Foundation, Inc.

 Willie in dark blue shirt-savenger hunt!   Emari at Rifle Range!

Comments from the 4-H Director:

“Thank you so much for your generosity.

Willie had a great time at camp.

He really enjoyed the activities and

always seemed to be smiling.

It was a pleasure to take him and

I hope he continues in 4-H.”

“Emari was a joy to have at camp.

She is a very sweet girl!

A little quiet but she comes out

of her shell when she is having fun.

I believe this was her first time at camp and

I think she will want to come back, I hope she does.

It was wonderful to see her go from shy

to leading her room in a week.”

Thank you, Christina

Comments from the Participants:

“Thank you for sending me to camp,

my favorite thing was the pool.”

Thank you so much, Willie

“Thank you for sending me to camp,

my favorite class was the challenge course.

I learned that trust and friendship can go a long way.”

Thanks, Emari