Mr. Keith Lawrence Norman

Coach K was a father to me. HE had high expectations with everyone

Coach K, if I knew the last time I was going to see you was at the Lincoln vs. JOC basketball game I wouldve told you more about how much of a positive impact you were to me. I was at JOC for one semester but being a student under you was one of the best things to happen to me. You always pushed me to my limits physically and always believed in me. You taught me not only academically, but also about life. Youre presence in the classroom was unmatched and you matched my energy completely. A teacher I will never forget and I will always look back on the time I got to share with you. Mr. Wong and I will always talk about how great you were. Love you Coach K.

Man coach k you taught me so much♀ I wouldnt be where Im at right now if I didnt have you as my teacher in high school. I remember you told us you didnt want anybody crying if you passed and you wanted your casket in the middle of the club with everybody dancing and having fun. We miss you ❤

Keith's bright spirit touched so many lives in positive ways...we are comforted in knowing that his legacy lives on in his sons, the students he inspired, and his wife Karen's loving heart. We feel fortunate to have known him, although too briefly. Our prayers are with his family today and always.

Coach Keith Norman was an inspiring teacher and mentor to all his students and anyone he met! You were a kind soul, dedicated, positive and encouraging guiding light to your students. I loved being your PE student, basketball and badminton player on or off the court!! I was your first badminton student, and you were my first badminton coach who didnt actually play badminton! Yet your dedication to learn and being a motivating mentor to me did not make you a bit less qualified. Thank you for the positive impact youve made in my life, and in many others life. You are missed greatly! Rest In Peace and Light... God bless you and yours!!!

Coach K. Thanks for always believing, believing in every kid that walked through those doors of ISA. You were more than just a P.E. teacher, you were a role model, a parent when we needed one, and most of a listening ear. Thank you for believing in me. To your family, my prayers are with you always.

Amazing, unforgettable teacher-coach-human being who brought his whole self to every experience. We all knew who was in charge when around Coach K. :) Keith Norman, you lived life with glorious passion and purpose. Thank you for the many good years at ISA (Cobras forever) and for your devotion to our kids of SF, you are loved immensely and your memories will live on within us all. Rest now my brother.

Keith was a good and honorable, person I was proud to be a friend and teammate of his. My heart felt condolences to your family. May your spirit live on in all of your friends, family and students.
You will be missed.

R.I.P. Coach K! You will never be forgotten! My deepest condolences to Coach K's family.

Thank you Coach K for having such a positive impact in my life for motivating me and teaching me skills that I still use today. My heart goes to Ms. Frailegh and the babies in this difficult time. You will be greatly missed.
ISA Class of 2010

My childhood friend that would visit from California every summer to spend time with his grandparents in Lakeland, FL. Although we never met each other as adults, I will always cherish the times we spent climbing trees, going to Simpson Park, going to water parks and just hanging outside until the street lights came on. Who knew that we both end up as educators and raise two boys.God Bless his family as they prepare to journey without him.

Coach K, a tremendous soul and mentor for young people and adults alike. It was a pleasure to work with him at ISA. Coach, your students will honor your legacy always. My heart and prayers are with Karen, Chase and Ayden.

I had a dozen interactions with Keith over the 15 years I have worked in SFUSD, ad every time he made me feel welcome and in several conversations with was very clear to me how much he cared about ALL kids in SF. My deepest sympathy to Karen, Ayden and Chase.

As the father of a student who was a member of Coach Ks girls bb team at JOC, 2017, I will say, without pause, that Coach K was an incredibly gifted man with an uncanny ability to instill confidence, inspiration and love to every girl on the team. Knowing our daughters were being guided, mentored and protected by Coach is the greatest act of humility a human being can bestow. Thank you Keith, one of a kind

Keith was an amazing man, inspirational coach and mentor to so many students, and very respected SFUSD colleague over the years! My thoughts and prayers are with Karen, Ayden and Chase at this most difficult time!

Coach, you were an inspiration to many students and players. One of the funniest people I have ever had in my life, and I am thankful for all the conversations we have had over the years. You will be missed Coach.

A forever role model. I love you big cousin. Thank you for ALWAYS leading by example. Since I was young, I have always admired your drive, tenacity, and value for education. You are one of the reasons why I went into teaching. I pursued higher education like you did, I went into education like you did, and I even ended up having twins like you did. I'm sad you're no longer here with us, but I know that we have all gained a strong and mighty angel. Until we meet again.

We love and miss you! Thank you for being a wonderful mentor!! Love to your whole family!!

Coach K wasn't my teacher but he was always pushing me to excel in the classroom moreso than succeeding on the basketball court. Thanks to a great coach and an even better person.

You touched the life of so many people & you will be truly missed Coach K.

Rest In Peace Coach K, you may be gone but you will never be forgotten. Thank you for always pushing me to be strong and independent & never letting me doubt myself. You inspired many to be better & I thank you for that ISA COBRAS FOREVER

Coach K took notice of me as a quiet closed off student and pushed me to come out of my shell and encouraged me as a mentor even though I wasnt into sports. He always made it a point to greet me in the hallways at ISA and even let me be our school basketball journalist knowing I didnt know a thing about basketball. He was always trying to include and encourage me to reach my highest potential. Though we hadnt spoken in years, his presence in my life was an important part of my high school experience and will never be forgotten. I am so grateful.

You where a funny person always used to make me laughing and always had your input when I was playing basketball for our girl team and you always kept it real you will always be missed

Forever an inspiration. Coach K, you brought so much joy to all, cant thank you enough for the impact you had on my life. Even when you made fun of my white t-shirt because it had a folded crease right down the middle. Thank you for the laughs and the encouragement. Rest easy Coach.

Rest in peace coach K! Thanks for being a great teacher. My condolences his family and friends.

Keith brought so much joy to lots of us. It was a great pleasure to worked with you, you will be miss!! You were a very special person.

COACH K. Class oF 2010THIS ROOOOK IM DEFFENTLY LOST 4 WORDS & HARD TO SWOLLOW & READ IM JUST BLESSED I GOT TO MEET CHU AND BE ABLE TO BE THAT PERCENT OF STUDENTS WHO MADE A DIFFERENCE IN YO LIFE WHO ALSO IMPACTED MINES TO THE FULLEST & TREMENDOUSLY ..... I CAN GO ON ON ON I HAVE SO MANY MEMORIES AT ISA FRM BEING A KNUCKLE HEAD IN THE HALLWAYS TO A STUDENT ATHELTE AT MY BEST TO LEAD BY EXAMPLE ND PRACTICE WHAT I PREACH TO SPEAKING IT INTO EXISTENCE. TO BE ABLE TO COME TO SCHOOL EVERYDAY JUST SO YOU DIDNT COUNT US OUT 4 P.E. YOU & CASTRO WORKED ME & THE REST THE HARDEST. I MEMEBR WEN I SEEN U DOUBLE DATE WITH MS. F. Who I believed he married. & MR. E. & Ms. Vasquez DAMmm Gud Ol daYs Ill never forget COACH K Cobras LIFESTYLE 4 LiFeeee #33 ROOK STARKS

My condolences to his family and friends. He impacted the lives of many, he will forever be missed We love you Coach K !

Coach K was a wonderful person it was nice to have you as a teacher
Rest In Peace Coach K we will remember you

Coach Keith was my first coach for any organized sport. Tamalpais High School 1996. I still have core values instilled in me from that year, that i follow unto this very day. He was a great man, coach, teacher life coach, motivator and leader. He will truly be missed.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always Coach. May you Rest In Peace

Thank You so much for trusting me and my family with the boys. We will do everything we can to help....
Thank you so much for helping me understand Basketball. I can watch a game and actually know whats happening and make stupid comments. Hahaha!!!!! Because of you and Coach Sanford, I love the game.
I remember a game that Aaron had. You and Sanford were on one side and I was in the stands on the other end. I saw something and called a play. SCORES
Till this day, I still dont know what you said, but you guys gave me a thumbs up. Hahaha!!!!!
Thank you for helping me with my kids.
Thank You for being a true and genuine friend.
I will always cherish our friendship.
I will miss you soooo much!!!!!!
I love you. Until we meet again ❤

The reason why I value honesty and the reason why I see no point in lying. RIP to the most honest man I knew, Coach K

Ms. Fraleigh, Chase and Ayden, i am very sad to hear that we wont longer have im around amongst us. I know he will always be here in spirit and he will always remain in our hearts. I was very lucky to be his student, he always had positive and words of encouragement! We need more teachers like you! And not just teachers but human beings that cares for others! I will for always love you have you in my heart. I can also say we cross paths at JOC and you were also loved there! Rest In Peace!!!!!

My heart goes out to the Norman family. I enjoyed working with Keith and Karen at ISA for many years and their love story was one that always warmed my heart. May your family find the strength and grace needed to get through this difficult time. Rest in peace, Coach K. You will not be forgotten.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Keith L. Norman.

he wasnt just my coach, he wasnt just my teacher. he was my friend, my role model, my mentor, my father figure. the smartest man I knew. still in shock, but I remember the last conversation we had..I love you and youll be great in college said this as he hugged me. ill forever treasure him and the legacy he left behind. the world lost an amazing man. rip coach k

Karen, Ayden, and Chase, we grieve with you for Keith. He was a wonderful man. He lives on through his family.
All our love and prayers,
Matt and Stella.

Coach K was a wonderful man. He really made and impact on my life during high school. He help me to build confidence in myself by pushing me. I have been able to take that confidence and be the leader I am today. After all these years I reflect back on your teachings. You were taken way to soon. I will remember your fighting spirt. R.I.P. Coach K

I was fortunate enough to play for Coach K my senior year @ISA 01. Coach pushed me to be the best player I could be and always made sure I left it all on the court. He genuinely cared for kids and put learning before winning. Coach K will be remembered as a good friend and mentor who always had a smile on his face.

Forever in my heart! Rest in Peace, Keith.

My condolences and prayers are with the family and friends of Coach K...May you Rest In Peace

Coach K was my favorite teacher/coach at ISA.. he always had the best advice and always made sure i did all my work. He was a great mentor but an even better Human Being. The world has lost a very special man... RIP Coach K

I had the pleasure to work with him for six years at ISA, he was a wonderful man, R.I.P my friend .