Title
Oaklane School, Gordo, AL
Subject
Schools
African American history
Description
Oaklane School, 785 1st Avenue, NW, Gordo, AL, was a school for Black students from first grade through 12th grade. The school closed in 1970 when total integration was achieved in Pickens County schools. Partial integration began in 1968 when some Black teachers and students were transferred to Gordo schools.
The building has been used for Headstart and other programs since the school's closure.
The building has been used for Headstart and other programs since the school's closure.
Creator
Betty Slowe
Source
Betty Slowe
Date
September, 2020
Contributor
Betty Slowe (Description)
Type
Photograph
Identifier
2586
Coverage
Pickens County (AL)
Original Format
Photograph