Recently, it has been brought to my attention that the JIB clock tower, one of the most recognizable features of our building, has not worked for some time. I continue to hear members of the community say that the clock has not worked since they went to school; however, Dr. Perrigan, our superintendent, has recently began a plan to fully restore the clock tower to its former glory. According to Perrigan, the clock really does work! He told me approximately $5,000 dollars has been spent to get it working again. He is continuing to raise funds for a full restoration. He plans on purchasing a plaque for the clock tower to recognize war veterans in the City of Norton, which was the original purpose. He also plans on possibly getting lights to illuminate the tower at night, or maybe even a chime for when the clock strikes a certain hour, if he can raise enough money. In the words of Harold Gibson, "I represent the Clock Tower of the new Norton High School. I am a monument to the students of Norton High who have lost their lives in the wars of the past half century. I shall ever stand as a reminder that though their sacrifices we are still able to build institutions such as this one. As the clock that I contain ticks away the many years, let us hope that through the learning obtained here, as well as in other such schools, there will not be any more wars."
The exact amount it will cost to finish the clock remains uncertain at this time. I'm personally really excited to see this important feature work once again. Dr. Perrigan is asking for donations to help restore the clock tower. If you have any questions as to how to donate, you can reach him on twitter at https://twitter.com/nortonsuper and his email is kperrigan@nortoncityschools.org. Please help us restore the John I. Burton clock tower!