Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Lisa McGregor is shown bringing her sons Blaine and Brian for a ride along to Jim Pearson Elementary School during the first day of school in 1989. 

As part of The Outlook’s ongoing coverage of Alexander City’s 150th anniversary, we want to reflect on important historical events that have defined our city. With school starting back this week, we are highlighting back to school festivities through the decades.   

1970: Off on the right foot 

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

Today in Alexander City history: Back to School

William Marlow is a multimedia reporter for Tallapoosa Publishers, Inc. To reach William, email william.marlow@alexcityoutlook.com.