Palmer Elementary celebrates 50 years of service to students

Posted: July 5, 2022

In June, Lutrelle F. Palmer Elementary celebrated its golden anniversary with an event that included a formal proclamation, a ribbon cutting, a parade and a dance party.

The school, first opened in 1972, was named to honor Dr. Palmer for his work as the first principal of Huntington High School and his advocacy for equity for all Newport News educators.

Newport News School Board Vice Chair Lisa Surles-Law read the official proclamation while Dr. Melody Camm, Palmer Elementary principal, looked on.
Newport News School Board Vice Chair Lisa Surles-Law read the official proclamation while Dr. Melody Camm, Palmer Elementary principal, looked on.
Palmer students serenaded those gathered for the anniversary celebration in the school's recently refurbished courtyard.
Palmer students serenaded those gathered for the anniversary celebration in the school's recently refurbished courtyard.
Teachers and students danced together to top off a happy anniversary celebration.
Teachers and students danced together to top off a happy anniversary celebration.
Students created floats for the parking lot parade honoring Palmer Elementary's 50th anniversary.
Students created floats for the parking lot parade honoring Palmer Elementary's 50th anniversary.
Students created floats for the parking lot parade honoring Palmer Elementary's 50th anniversary.
Students created floats for the parking lot parade honoring Palmer Elementary's 50th anniversary.