Mrs. New is proud and excited to be the Principal of Ocean View Elementary School. She has served as a Reading Specialist for Norfolk Public Schools and is extremely excited to be able to share her love of reading with the Ocean View family. Mrs. New earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from East Carolina University. She holds a Master’s Degree in Reading from Old Dominion University, and an Educational Specialist Degree in Administration and Supervision from The George Washington University. Mrs. New is highly motivated and committed to ensuring that all students maximize their learning potential to ensure academic success. She knows that these early years of learning are critical as we nurture the social, emotional and behavioral needs of our students. As a Norfolk Public School’s parent, she is dedicated and honored to have the opportunity to work with the teachers, students and parents of the Ocean View community.

Ms. Morris is an educator with 17 years of experience.  She began her teaching career as a first-grade teacher with Norfolk Public Schools at Jacox Elementary, later serving as a literacy teacher.  She has also worked abroad as a teacher and curriculum specialist in both the public and private school sector.  Upon returning to Norfolk Public Schools, Ms. Morris worked as a reading specialist at Bay View Elementary until her appointment as Assistant Principal during the 2018-2019 school year.  Education has allowed her the opportunity to travel, see the world and learn from other cultures and she is passionate about helping others achieve those same opportunities plus many more through education.

Mrs. Guest and Mrs. Collins will be happy to answer your questions and help you in our office.