The Class of 1963 Flag
← Back to ArchivesClass tradition, origin and making of the class flag
The flag displays the class crest in gold and silver, with the black "63", on both sides. The idea of a class flag came up sometime between the 30th and 40th reunions. No one remembers exactly when or from whom. Professionally made flags were too expensive, so a group of local spouses led by Nancy Ball, Betty DeBerry, and Carol Nuss made it themselves.
How it was made (Nancy Ball's recollection)
- They copied the class crest at Office Depot and enlarged it until it was the right size. The enlarged crest took about eight sheets of paper, put together like a puzzle and traced onto one large sheet.
- They found flag fabric at Mill Outlet, which had both gold and silver.
- They made two pieces, a front and a back, so the crest shows on both sides.
- They met at Carol's house with scissors and sewing machines. The crests were traced onto the silver cloth, and two gold flag pieces were cut.
- The crest lines were embroidered on the silver material, and the black "63" was added after the crest was sewn to the flag. The two sides were then joined.
At the 2025 reunion, Nancy and Betty were recognized for their contribution to the class's traditions.
The class flag is flown at class events: class reunions, Cup Turning Ceremonies, and classmate burial services at the Academy cemetery.
How it was made (Nancy Ball's recollection)
- They copied the class crest at Office Depot and enlarged it until it was the right size. The enlarged crest took about eight sheets of paper, put together like a puzzle and traced onto one large sheet.
- They found flag fabric at Mill Outlet, which had both gold and silver.
- They made two pieces, a front and a back, so the crest shows on both sides.
- They met at Carol's house with scissors and sewing machines. The crests were traced onto the silver cloth, and two gold flag pieces were cut.
- The crest lines were embroidered on the silver material, and the black "63" was added after the crest was sewn to the flag. The two sides were then joined.
At the 2025 reunion, Nancy and Betty were recognized for their contribution to the class's traditions.
The class flag is flown at class events: class reunions, Cup Turning Ceremonies, and classmate burial services at the Academy cemetery.
