Slipcovered furniture, weathered pieces and vintage chandeliers are among the shabby chic interiors, in the neoclassical home, which has arched windows and 15-foot ceilings.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Transoms and chandeliers, antique furniture and a custom dining table made from reclaimed wood are among the home's shabby chic interior design. The walls are painted Valspar's Summer Gray.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The couple often hosts dinner parties and envisioned a large table made of reclaimed wood. When they couldn't find one with the length they desired, they worked with artist Patrick Toups to make the iron base, and...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Pocket doors, wainscoting, fireplaces and arched windows are a few of the architectural features that captivated the homeowners. "There's something that's so intrinsically beautiful about the house that it alleviates...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The dining table fuses the work of artist Patrick Toups, who made the iron base, with a reclaimed wood top created by homeowner Jeff Eliason.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

One of the home's four bedrooms features a charcoal accent wall with white trim. Artwork, such as a streetscape of Paris over the fireplace, represents their travels, says homeowner Angela Fusaro.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

There's something inviting about a pink room, said homeowner Angela Fusaro. "You can have a space that is welcoming and calming and still be a badass," she said.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Exposed brick wraps around a sunroom decorated with an antique rocking chair and dried flowers from significant bouquets, such as their wedding and friends'€™ weddings.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The organ was handed down from the previous owners, and the artwork is a scene from the couple's wedding captured by an artist.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The photo wall is a focal point showcasing significant moments and people in the couple's life.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Lighting with a vintage industrial look, from Parrot Uncle, sets the scene for movie watching in the media room. Text by Lori Johnston/Fast Copy News Service.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

White subway tile from Floor & Decor with dark gray grout envelops the remodeled kitchen. The 10-burner stove was existing in the home, and the vent hood was custom by artist Patrick Toups. The whitewashed shiplap...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The modern kitchen opens to a media room. The homeowners used white quartz countertops for the island and black granite for the perimeter, from Artistic Granite and Cabinet Designs.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An original chandelier, crown molding and a medallion on the 15-foot ceiling, along with mirrors from Scott Antique Market, are eye-catching elements in the living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Slipcovered couches from The Dump, a trunk table from Paris On Ponce, movie set lights, and custom chairs and mirrors from Scott Antique Market convene in the shabby chic living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An original chandelier, crown molding and a medallion on the 15-foot ceiling, along with mirrors from Scott Antique Market, are eye-catching elements in the living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner Jeff Eliason collects records and plays them on a gramophone in the home's living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The movie set lights fit with the surreal nature of the home, which is an East Lake landmark dating to 1910. Plus, the architect of the home later designed Atlanta's Fox Theatre. "To some degree, the house is grand...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

"We take things that are old and give them a flair and repurpose it," said homeowner Angela Fusaro.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

When the owners renovated the early 20th century Atlanta home, they tried to salvage existing items, such as the sconces. They look for opportunities to use reclaimed and repurposed items in the architecture and...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A dog wash area is built into the laundry room, which brings in brick from other areas of the home and subway tile that's also used in the kitchen. The homeowners blended their last names for a unique touch in naming...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Bunk beds, built-ins and exposed brick create a charming room for guests' children. The lighting is from Ikea.Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The master bathroom balances modernity with the past. The existing tub and the fireplace, now part of the oversized shower, join quartz countertops from Artistic Granite and Cabinet Designs and a rain showerhead...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The neoclassical home in Atlanta's East Lake neighborhood has about 8,000 square feet, four bedrooms and seven baths. Designed by P. Thornton Marye, the Gentry-McClinton House was built in 1910 and is on the National...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Four wood Doric columns and front portico with a coffered ceiling are signature architecture elements at the entrance to the 1910 home. "It's hard not to be impressed when you see it from the outside,"said homeowner...Text by Lori Johnston/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

These days, the intersection of Buford Highway and Plaster Road (and the very close-by Dresden Drive) is a lot busier than this scene from 1951. LBGPNS2-098b, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic...

Shrimp, shrimp and more shrimp with chips and various sauces and soup at Marisco Landia, which was at 4300 Buford Highway, in 1998.John Spink/AJC

Ho Hai prepares the pho at the newly opened Pho Hoa at 5150 Buford Highway in 1993.Renee Hannans/AJC

Businesses along Buford Highway on January, 28, 1991. Kimberly Smith/AJC

The shopping center at 5805 Buford Highway had an adult movie theater and Rooster's Barnyard adult entertainment nightclub next to each other when this photo was taken on August 20, 1993. These days, you’ll find...

Expanding commercial areas blossom with signs along Buford Highway in Chamblee in 1967.

Spring Rolls at Pho 79* restaurant at 4166 Buford Highway (Plaza Fiesta), in Chamblee on Nov. 19, 1996.Frank Niemeir/AJC

Buford Highway was a rough stretch of road back in 1953. This section had been patched and repatched many times.Ed Bator/AJC staff)

This is what the intersection of Buford Highway and Lenox Road looked like in 1960. It’s quite a bit different these days.AJC staff

Colonial Stores supermarket at the intersection of Clairmont Road and Buford Highway in 1955. LBGPNS3-076a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special...

Cars turn onto Buford Highway, as the camera looks south at Jimmy Carter Boulevard on Sept. 4, 1998, in Norcross. LOUIE FAVORITE/STAFF

Plaza Fiesta on Buford Highway as it was on July 21, 2000.Renee' Hannans/Staff

Doraville signage on Buford Highway on May 22, 2000.Renee' Hannans/Staff

Buford Highway in Doraville on May 22, 2000.Renee' Hannans/Staff

Demolished buildings on Buford Highway, 1965. According to the info listed with this photo, it was at 2901 Buford Highway NE, which puts this near the intersection with North Druid Hills Road (across from the Rusty...Tracy O’Neal

Ricardo Hernadez holds a shrimp dinner plate (left) and oysters outside Marisco Landia, a Mexican Seafood restaurant at 4300 Buford Highway. This was taken in 1993. 5 De Mayo Mexican Restaurant and Pupuseria is...John Spink/AJC

An array of signs greet visitors on Buford Highway at the entrance to Doraville in 1966.AJC file

A large shrimp cocktail sits next to a plate of two soft tacos (carnitas and adobado) at  Las Americas, a Mexican taqueria at Shallowford Road and Buford Highway, in 1998. William Berry/AJC

Construction at the intersection of Lenox Road and Buford Highway, which is visible in the distance, in 1954. Van Toole/AJC staff

The Buford Highway Farmer's Market in 1998. This market is even more bustling today, and carries a huge array of food items from all over the world. Alicia Hansen/AJC

Some offerings a the Buford Highway Farmer's Market in 1998.Alicia Hansen/AJC

This is where Buford Highway (extreme top), North Druid Hills Road and I-85 met in 1973. Bud Skinner/AJC 

Northeast Plaza Shopping Center, Buford Highway, in July 1958. N06-040_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University.

Phillips 66 automobile service station at Buford Highway and Clairmont Road in August 1955. LBGPNS2-099a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special...

A house is moved up Buford Highway toward the intersection of Jimmy Carter Boulevard in Norcross on July 22, 1999.Richard Fowlkes/AJC 

Thai Giao, 18, stocks chopsticks in the dining area at Pho Hoa, which was in Asian Square at 5150 Buford Highway for many years.

Playland Roller Skating Rink at 4405 Buford Highway in 1966. This is near the intersection with Bragg Street. LBSGPNB1-140a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic...

Dim sum steam tray at Happy Valley on Buford Highway in July 2002.William Berry/AJC

An array of signs along Buford Highway in Norcross in 1998.Alicia Hansen/AJC

The description on the back of the photo, from June 1, 1957, reads: "Another Link-- a 2 1/2-mile extension of the Buford Highway section of Atlanta's Expressway System was opened formally in ceremonies Friday,...Frank Beatty/AJC

Businesses along Buford Highway on January, 28, 1991. Kimberly Smith/AJC

March 1964 -- The Kmart store at 4070 Bankhead Avenue. Atlanta area photographer Tracy O’Neal took a variety of pictures of Kmarts and, in the early ‘60s, Kresge stores around the metro area. Here are some of them...

March 1964 -- The Kmart store at 4070 Bankhead Avenue. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

May 1964 -- The Marietta Kmart store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

May 1964 -- Interior of the Marietta Kmart store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- Night view of the large Kmart Plaza sign during the opening of the Cleveland Avenue SW store in Atlanta. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- Exterior view of the new Kmart Plaza during the opening of the Cleveland Avenue SW store in Atlanta. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- The staff poses for a group photo before the opening of the new Cleveland Avenue SW Kmart. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- The Kmart Plaza store opening at Cleveland Avenue SW in Atlanta draws a large crowd. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- Interior of the new Kmart at Cleveland Avenue SW in Atlanta during its opening. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- Clerks help a shopper at checkout during the opening of the new Cleveland Avenue SW Kmart. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

November 1964 -- Clothing for sale at the Kmart store on Cleveland Avenue SW in Atlanta. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

July 1966 -- The Kmart Auto Service Center at 5925 Roswell Road. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

July 1966 -- Cash registers inside the Kmart at 5925 Roswell Road. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

July 1966 -- Interior of the Kmart at 5925 Roswell Road. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

July 1966 -- Records and paper towels for sale inside the Kmart at 5925 Roswell Road. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

July 1966 -- Interior of the Kmart at 5925 Roswell Road. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

The predecessors to Kmart were the S.S. Kresge Company stores. In 1899, Sebastian Spering Kresge founded what would become one of America’s largest discount retail chains. At its peak in 2000, Kmart operated 2,171...

1960 -- An S.S. Kresge Company store under construction. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- The new Kresge store as it looked when completed. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

May 1960 -- Kresge Stores employees pose for a photo at the North Decatur Road store in Decatur. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Interior of the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- The Decatur Kresge store’s snack bar. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- The lunch counter at the Decatur Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- The kitchen at the North Decatur Road Kresge store. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

1960 -- Another view of the Kresge luncheonette area. TRACY O’NEAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COLLECTION / GSU

Pavers and slate chips created a modern geometric look in the backyard, which was updated with a treehouse (to the left) and a deck.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The Craftsman bungalow in Atlanta's Candler Park neighborhood was built in the 1920s.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Like other homes in Candler Park, the bungalow has a deep front porch, columns and a railing with modern lines.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The dining room table and chairs were both Craigslist finds. When they sanded the top, Stephanie Andrews said they found the table was made of two types of wood. "It created this really cool stripe that you can...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner and designer Stephanie Andrews describes the interior design style as global and collected. The Craftsman bungalow's modern vibe comes from the burst of color, such as blues and greens, in the home.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The dining room table and chairs were both Craigslist finds. When they sanded the top, Stephanie Andrews said they found the table was made of two types of wood. "It created this really cool stripe that you can...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

In the galley-style kitchen, they repainted the cabinets and added absolute black granite honed countertops, an undermount sink and a new faucet.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Instead of replacing the cabinets, Stephanie Andrews had them repainted in a creamy tone and removed the doors for open shelving.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Homeowner and designer Stephanie Andrews describes the interior design style as global and collected. The Craftsman bungalow's modern vibe comes from the burst of color, such as blues and greens, in the home.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An eggplant velvet sofa, colorful rug and olive green fireplace are set against the dark window sashes, doors and black lacquered mantel in the living room.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The live-edge coffee table has been in Stephanie Andrews' family for years: her grandfather made it in the 1970s and it's a favorite piece.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Hues such as eggplant, olive, black and white blend with patterns in the living room, Maggie, their dog, lays on a vintage Turkish rug from Designer Rug Warehouse.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A key architectural feature is the curved arch ceiling in the master bedroom, which reminds the homeowners of a ship. The low mid-century modern furniture fits with the dimensions of the upstairs space.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The front porch's rattan sofa is often a napping and reading spot. Colorful accents include the turquoise front door.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The backyard's colorful and modern makeover replaced a brick patio with a deck that offered room for dining and gathering.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The tree house rises and connects to the loft over the garage. It's among the updates that modernized and reclaimed the backyard, which previously had a small hill and water issues. The retaining wall also designated...Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The treehouse, equipped with a hammock, was added to the backyard several years ago and continues to be used by the family.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Edward and Stephanie Andrews built the treehouse several years ago in their Candler Park backyard. Edward is works for UPS, and Stephanie is the founder of Balance Design.Text by Lori Johnston/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Sandy Richman (left), Eric Richman, Christie Dust and Don Dust (right) look over artwork while at the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL...

Kristina McFadden plays peekaboo with 11-month-old Benjamin Buffington while at the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Drue Robidoux looks over the clothes she made for a Wonder Woman doll during the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

People make their way past the many artists' booths during the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Artist Shane Flexer (right) explains his woodcarving techniques to Harry Udell, 6, during the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Fall-themed artwork was on display at the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Jackie Mattews calls people over to try some fudge samples at the Ginny's Fudge and Nuts booth during Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL...

Sr. Iofre Santa Creu, a performer from Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, walks through the Yellow Daisy Festival before his show at Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL...

Jon Mraz sits among his wall art while waiting for customers during the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Singer Graig Gleason performs at the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

Donna Ross (left) makes cotton candy for Limberly Moriarty and her daughter Lily during the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park on Sunday, September 9, 2018. (Photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC)

The guest house's board and batten walls are painted Upward by Sherwin-Williams. Golf clubs and balls and a statue of a female golfer harken to the property's location near East Lake Golf Club and a history with...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Brick details and 12-foot ceilings are favorite features in the great room, where the homeowners watch golf on TV.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The East Lake sun design on the transom leading to the great room matches the sun design above the front door.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The kitchen was renovated to include an island and leathered granite countertops. The appliances are by GE. The exposed beams separating the kitchen from the great room were found in the attic during the renovations...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A stained glass transom featuring the sunny East Lake neighborhood logo welcomes people into the the late 19th century home. The original hardwood floors and trim are among the homeowners' favorite details.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A second stained glass transom decorates the entryway to the great room. The brick originally was on the exterior before Rick Baldwin and Lisa Walker purchased the home in 2013 and renovated it.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

One of the three bathrooms is updated with granite counters and subway tile.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The bathrooms in the 1890s home are updated for today, with subway tile, a walk-in shower and granite countertops.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The East Lake backyard includes a casual seating area with ferns and flowers. The house is on the Sept. 15-16 East Lake Tour of Homes.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The flagstone patio, which has repurposed granite and brick from the foundation and chimney used for its perimeter, includes room for a teak dining set. The double-sided fireplace connects to the screened patio...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The front porch has painted brick in a hue that fits with the neighborhood logo. The bricks were believed to be made on the property when it was constructed, according to information that homeowner Rick Baldwin...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Rick Baldwin and Lisa Walker are the husband-and-wife team who own Rick Baldwin Homes with Keller Williams Metro Atlanta. (Christopher Oquendo Photography)Fast Copy News Service

The property originally was composed of two buildings - a home and separate cottage - that were connected during renovations in 2013-2014. The 1898 building was originally a boarding house while the 1894 cottage...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The screened patio contains colorful seating and Atlanta-themed art and accessories, such as a reproduction Coca-Cola cooler from Scott Antique Market. When they thought about connecting the cottage to the home...

A planter is filled with flowers and woodsy touches, such as the owl accessories.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The window from the dining area to the kitchen is original to the house.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Brick details and 12-foot ceilings are favorite features in the great room, where the homeowners watch golf on TV.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The flagstone patio, which has repurposed granite and brick from the foundation and chimney used for its perimeter, includes room for a teak dining set. The double-sided fireplace connects to the screened patio...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

DeKalb County, Ga: Business section of Brookhaven whose population is on the increase...growth is so rapid that existing facilities become inadequate almost overnight. Nov. 1949.Unknown/AJC staff

Playland Roller Skating Rink at 4405 Buford Highway in 1966. LBSGPNB1-140a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives,...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Dekalb-Peachtree Airport, more commonly known as Peacthree Dekalb, in 1976.Joe Benton/AJC

Undated but early photo of the Capital City Country Club, originally known as Brookhaven Country Club, and built 1927.AJC file

Bob Hope and Jerry Colonna on horseback making a publicity appearance in Brookhaven, 1943. LBP22-043e, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Though there was a date of 1940 attached to this shot of Brookhaven, it seems much more likely that it's in the early 1950s. The billboard on the left appears to be advertising a new 1953 Ford. LBGPF8-052a, Lane...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Brookhaven Pharmacy in 1954. LBCB040-003a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

A Brookhaven street scene from 1955. LBGPF8-049a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

A Brookhaven street scene from 1942. LBGPF8-051a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

A Texaco station on Peachtree Road in Brookhaven in 1952. LBGPF8-050a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Shops in the commercial district of Brookhaven, 1949.AJC file

Expanding commercial areas blossom with signs along Buford Highway in Chamblee in 1967Donna Warner

These days, the intersection of Buford Highway and Plaster Road (and the very close-by Dresden Drive) is a lot busier than this scene from 1951. LBGPNS2-098b, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Chamblee's Wallace and Warnock's general store was established in what later became Masonic Hall. In this photo from 1983, it's the Treasure Mart.Unknown

First of the stores in the old business district of Chamblee, GA stand across the street from the railroad tracks. (Dwight Ross / AJC staff) 1965Dwight Ross/AJC

Chamblee Plaza in 1963. LBGPF1-055a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library.Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Chamblee Plaza shopping center, 1965. N30-159_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University.Tracy O'Neal

Students rehearsing at the Chinese Community Center in Chamblee for the Chinese New Year celebration in 1992.Jean Shifrin/AJC

Cheerleading team from Chamblee High School, DeKalb County circa 1962.William Black Collection/DeKalb Historical Society

Colonial Stores supermarket at the intersection of Clairmont Road and Buford Highway in 1955. LBGPNS3-076a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Brookhaven Fire Department in 1947. LBGPOA2-039b, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Eastman Kodak Company, Chamblee, Georgia, circa 1954. LBCB045-060a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

WW1 scene at Camp Gordon in Chamblee. The training camp was abandoned in 1921. During World War II, the former Camp Hancock near Augusta was renamed Camp (leter Fort) Gordon.AJC file

Locomotive after a collision, Chamblee, Georgia, 1948. Damaged negative. N02-043_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University...Tracy O'Neal

A surprised Margaret Mitchell at her favorite Brookhaven swimming spotSPECIAL COPY WORK

McElroy Memorial Presbyterian Church at 3593 Clairmont Road NE, in August 1962. N20-074_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State...Tracy O'Neal

Production crew and actress look over script before filming, circa 1940s, somewhere in Chamblee.Carolyn McKenzie Carter/AJC

Oglethorpe University benefactor John T. Lupton and his wife, Elizabeth Patten Lupton at an on-campus ceremony in the late 1920s. LBGlass - 057, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976...Lane Brothers Commerical Photogr

Oglethorpe University in 1941. LBGPF4-033b, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University Library...Lane Brothers Commercial Photogr

Peachtree Road and Club Drive, Brookhaven, Georgia, 1955. Looking north. N04-193_01, Tracy O'Neal Photographic Collection, 1923-1975, Photographic Collection. Special Collections and Archives, Georgia State University...Tracy O'Neal

Phillips 66 automobile service station at Buford Highway and Clairmont Road in August 1955. LBGPNS2-099a, Lane Brothers Commercial Photographers Photographic Collection, 1920-1976. Photographic Collection, Special...Lane Brothers Commercial Photgra

Dominick Blaylock is a wide receiver at Walton High School. Blaylock is Cobb school’s first Super 11 selection since Tyren Jones and Brandon Kublanow in 2012.Jenna Eason/AJC

Andrew Booth is a cornerback at Archer High School. Booth is the Gwinnett school’s first super 11 selection since Dylan Singleton in 2015.Jenna Eason/AJC

Kyle Hamilton plays safety at Marist. Hamilton is Marist's first Super 11 selection since Bartley Miller in 2001.Jenna Eason/AJC

Jadon Haselwood is a wide receiver at Cedar Grove High School. Haselwood in Cedar Grove's first Super 11 selection since Antwuan Jackson in 2015.Jenna Eason/AJC

Chris Hinton is a defensive and offensive lineman for the Greater Atlanta Christian School. He is the Gwinnett school's first Super 11 selection since Kyler McMichael in 2017.Jenna Eason/AJC

Ramel Keyton is a wide receiver for Marietta High School. He is Marietta's first Super 11 selection since Derrick Tinsley in 2000.Jenna Eason/AJC

Trezmen Marshall is a linebacker at Clinch County High School. Marshall is the first Super 11 selection from the Homerville, Ga., school.Jenna Eason/AJC

Harry Miller lines up at center for Buford High School. Miller is the Gwinnett school's first Super 11 selection since Korie Rogers in 2013.Jenna Eason/AJC

Owen Pappoe is a linebacker for Grayson High School. Pappoe is Grayson's first Super 11 pick since Deangelo Gibbs and Jamyest Williams in 2016.Jenna Eason/AJC

Jalen Perry is a cornerback for the Dacula High School. Perry is the school’s first Super 11 selection since Des Williams in 2002.Jenna Eason/AJC

Travon Walker is a defensive tackle for Upson-Lee High School. Walker is the first Super 11 selection from the Thomaston, Ga., school.Jenna Eason/AJC

The 6,300-square-foot Dunwoody home includes five bedrooms and five-and-a-half baths. The Colonial home, which was built in 1974, will be featured in the Sept. 15 National Association of the Remodeling Industry...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The blue dining room in the Colonial home has a formal air, with molding, an ornate mirror and china.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The breakfast nook, with a vaulted ceiling, is flooded in natural light in Steve and Caron Morgan's Dunwoody home.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A collection of Minton china from homeowner Steve Morgan's grandmother decorate the dining room walls, which feature a blue patterned wallpaper. The gold mirror was owned by Steve's mother and the tray was inherited...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Bells and Bibles are displayed on the secretary in the living room.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Wine-toned walls set the scene for music in the formal living room, which includes velvet king and queen chairs and a Persian rug.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The foyer is the setting for a pump organ and a painting by Gary Tonge Latimer.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

An unexpected foyer feature is the pump organ, which the couple inherited from Caron Morgan's great aunt.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

A commissioned painting by English artist Gary Tonge Latimer was inspired by a photo of the marsh in Florida near Cape San Blas, their favorite beach, said homeowner Caron Morgan.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The stage is set up for the homeowners’ granddaughters to dress up and perform. The backdrop is used a print of Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, of the Clan of MacLeod (enlarged and printed by Pixers...Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The family room also has a vaulted ceiling, which provides room for large-scale pieces such as the hutch.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Steve and Caron Morgan's basement renovation, completed in 2017 by Weidmann & Associates, will be on the Sept. 15 National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Atlanta Tour of Remodeled Homes. The quartzite...Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The earth-tone bathroom in the basement connects to the guest room. The countertop and shower seat were fabricated by Art Rock Creations.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The basement has two full bathrooms, including this sea-inspired space that is below the sunroom and serves as a changing room when using the pool.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

The basement is complete with a playhouse."This child-friendly environment is piquing their curiosity, igniting their creativity and stimulating their imagination just as we had hoped it would," Caron said.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Retired teacher Caron Morgan designed the basement playroom with areas for exploration and hands-on learning for her granddaughters.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

The vaulted sunroom, completed in 2011, includes a pool by Endless Pools. Kauffman Design was the architect and project manager for the sunroom.Text by Marena Galluccio/Photos by Christopher Oquendo

Steve Morgan said their granddaughters like to play in the stream bed when they wet it by the hidden pipe and valve. "We move the rocks and look under them for creatures," Caron Morgan said.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Decks & More built the deck, which has furniture from AuthenTEAK Outdoor Living.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo Photography

Caron and Steve Morgan purchased their Dunwoody home in 1993. Caron is a retired teacher and Steve is a retired dentist.Text by Marena Galluccio/ Photos by Christopher Oquendo

August 23, 1990 -- Jason James, 13, from Stockbridge, waits at the front gate to Fort Gillem in Forest Park with an American flag as convoys of the 101st Airborne stop for an overnight stay before continuing their...

August 26, 1965 -- Surprise, surprise! This view down Forsyth Street downtown proves whatever the decade, you won't catch a break from Atlanta traffic. GUY HAYES / AJC PHOTO ARCHIVES

August 25, 1943 -- In 1943, the Atlanta-Southern Dental College was almost altogether a training institution for the armed forces. Of the 374 students, 341 were members of Army and Navy training units taking as...

August 24, 1989 -- Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games members, including Billy Payne (front left), International Olympic Committee members and their party meet Thursday with Mayor Andrew Young in his office...

August 17, 1977 -- Oz Records on Peachtree Street remembers Elvis Presley with a marquee message. Presley died one day earlier, stunning the music world. BUD SKINNER / AJC PHOTO ARCHIVESajc staff

August 27, 1960 -- Presidential candidate Richard Nixon and wife Pat campaign in Atlanta during a downtown parade. John F. Kennedy ended up winning the state and its 12 electoral college votes. DOZIER MOBLEY / AJC...

August 30, 1961 -- Three African American students (Willie Jean Black, Donita Gaines, Arthur Simmons) leaving Northside High School (later North Atlanta High School) on the first day of its racial integration. Unlike...

August 1949 -- Pallbearers lead the casket of Margaret Mitchell during the funeral service at Atlanta's Oakland Cemetery. The author died on Aug. 16 when she was hit by a car on Peachtree Street in Midtown. AJC...

August 27, 1950 -- Carolyn Carter, the first woman photographer for The Atlanta Constitution, climbs atop a light tank. Willard Neal, at the right, wrote the story. AJC PHOTO ARCHIVES

August 6, 1971 -- Walter Botts strikes his Uncle Sam pose during a visit to Atlanta. In 1938, artist James Montgomery Flagg was drawing an Army recruiting poster, and he asked Botts, a musician, to pose as Uncle...

August 16, 1949 -- Panoramic view of recently renovated Atlanta Municipal Market on Edgewood Avenue shows new lighting system and display stalls. Also known as the Sweet Auburn Curb Market, the building opened in...

August 5, 1984 -- Spiderman was one of the many superheroes, elves, dragons, and movie characters who appeared at that year's Atlanta Fantasy Fair in the Costume Contest. The Atlanta Fantasy Fair was held August...

Aug. 15, 1983 -- Dan Sweat speaks at a World Series Task Force press conference. The task force chairman, Shirley Franklin, stands to the right. The 30-member group was created to plan the city's celebrations in...Nona Boyd/AJC

Aug. 19, 1988 -- Cheshire Bridge Road just being Cheshire Bridge Road, with its hodgepodge of ethnic restaurants, bars and lingerie-modeling services. LOUIE FAVORITE / AJC FILE PHOTOLouie Favorite/AJC

August 1955 -- Workers move in to fill a huge chasm under Ponce de Leon Avenue across the street from where Mary Mac's Tearoom is today. The cavity at Penn Avenue extends 42 1/2 feet below the street and is 25 feet...Van Toole/AJC staff

August 11, 1989 -- Dale Murphy is congratulated by a team bat boy after his 376th homer, making him the all-time Atlanta Braves home run king. FRANK NIEMEIR / AJC PHOTO ARCHIVES

August 15, 1948 -- WSB-TV employees are shown broadcasting on location, the same year that the station was granted its broadcasting license. AJC PHOTO ARCHIVES

August 2, 1926 -- Crowds throng the streets for the grand opening of the Sears, Roebuck & Co. building on Ponce de Leon Avenue. Sears remained in the building until 1987 before it became reborn first as City...Atlanta History Center

August 1966 -- Miss Freedom gets some attention from an unidentified worker on the Georgia State Capitol dome. DWIGHT ROSS JR. / AJC PHOTO ARCHIVESAJC

August 15, 1965 -- Two Atlanta police officers phone in to the station during the night watch. Only three years earlier, African-American APD officers were given the authority to arrest whites. MARION CROWE / AJC...

August 26, 1978 -- "When are we gonna BE there?" Visitors to Six Flags Over Georgia make their way via parking lot shuttles to the amusement park for a day of fun. A brochure from that year advertised attractions...

August 1930s -- Children swim and fish in Clara Meer at Piedmont Park. The stone bathhouse building in the background was constructed in 1926. AJC PHOTO ARCHIVES

August 20, 1974 -- Two boys jump from twin diving boards at the Pittman Park pool. CALVIN CRUCE / AJC PHOTO ARCHIVES

August 1, 1966 -- An Atlanta Police sergeant looks over a reward poster for information on the Mary Shotwell Little disappearance. Little, a newlywed, failed to show for work in 1965 and has never been seen since...

August 1951 -- Atlanta Constitution editor/publisher Ralph McGill chats with poet Carl Sandburg. The two men became close friends after McGill interviewed Sandburg that year (perhaps during the meeting in this photo)...

August 6, 1978 -- Atlanta Mayor Maynard Jackson works at clearing kudzu during the First Annual Great Park Cross Country Run and Kudzu Kaper in East Atlanta. CHARLES R. PUGH JR. / AJC PHOTO ARCHIVES

August 14, 1945 -- A soldier and a woman embrace on V-J Day ("Victory over Japan Day") on Peachtree Street in Atlanta. That day, the Peachtree Street was mobbed with celebrants throwing confetti. AJC PHOTO ARCHIVES

August 2, 1980 -- The Falcons' David Becker gets a drink of water during team workouts. That year, the Falcons would go 12-4 and finish first in the NFC-West. STEVE DEAL / AJC PHOTO ARCHIVES

August 25, 1946 -- Elias Nour rescues a dog on top of Stone Mountain. Nour, who moved from Lebanon to Stone Mountain at age 10, became famous for being an expert climber of the mountain. By the time of his death...

August 18, 1965 -- Southern-fried Beatlemania hit Atlanta Stadium during the Fab Four's U.S. tour. The band was only in town for 10 hours but the visit produced what the group called the best sound of their U.S...

August 1971 -- Richard Rich (left), chairman of the board of Rich, Inc. assists Willard G. Rouse, vice chairman of the board of Rouse Co., in unveiling Perimeter Mall's 30-foot papier mache ice cream cone, the symbol...Bita Honarvar/Special

Maya Patel, a kindergarten student in the dual language immersion program at Level Creek Elementary School, raises her hand during the first day of school at Level Creek Elementary School on Monday, August 6. Jenna...Jenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com

Ana Fogle-Weekley, a kindergarten student, colors a picture during the first day of school at Level Creek Elementary School. Jenna Eason / Jenna.Eason@coxinc.comJenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com

Kerri Griffin, a kindergarten teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, talks to her students, Ana Fogle-Weekley and Owen DeGeorge. Griffin teaches one of the dual language immersion classes. Jenna Eason / Jenna...Jenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com

A young boy poses for a photo against the brick walls of Peachcrest Elementary School on the first day of school, Monday, August 6, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Peachcrest Elementary School assistant principal Stan Gaddis welcomes a student back for the new year. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Here’s the back to school scene at Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary in East Point. BOB ANDRES/AJC

Youngsters get a hearty welcome back. BOB ANDRES/AJC

A good breakfast makes for a great start to the school year. BOB ANDRES/AJC

One last hug before heading off to class. BOB ANDRES/AJC

Learning to line up and wait your turn is an important first lesson for kids. BOB ANDRES/AJC

Just about ready to head into the building after the first day’s bus ride. BOB ANDRES/AJC

Is summer break really over? Sigh... BOB ANDRES/AJC

First day back traffic: The school drop-off line. BOB ANDRES/AJC

The new year brings a mix of new faces and some of the older kids who have this school thing down pat. BOB ANDRES/AJC

Brumby Elementary School principal Amanda Richie greets students and parents as they enter the school during the first day in Marietta, Wednesday, August 1, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Students wait to be guided to their teachers during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

8/1/18 - Atlanta - Peyton Forest principal Cynthia Gunner, along with teachers and staff, gets ready to great students with a circus theme. It was the first day of school at Peyton Forest Elementary school, which...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Second grade teacher Megan Donnelly greets her students during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary School. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Donnelly (left) greets Aniya Bowden (right) during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary School. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Paraprofessional educator Purity Kamau (center) directs a group of second graders to their classroom during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary.  (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Second grader Aniya Bowden smiles at her desk before class begins during the first day of school at Brumby Elementary. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Robert Hill holds his grandson Scotty while using an umbrella to cover his granddaughter Jasmine as they walk to the entrance of Brumby Elementary School during the first day of school. Hill was at the school to...Alyssa Pointer

Seniors complete interactive math lessons during the first day of school at Harrison High School in Kennesaw, Wednesday, August 1, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Students tour the hallway during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

An empty classroom is set up for the new school year during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

A class schedule is displayed during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Choir instructor Megan Schuitema listens as her students sing a scale during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Math teacher Amy Shaffer works with her students during the first day of school at Harrison High. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer

Portia Langley, from Atlanta Stilt Dancing, was on hand to great Students at Peyton Forest Elementary. It was the first day of school at Peyton Forest Elementary school, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Students walk through the Peyton Forest Elementary parking lot as they arrive for school with their families. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

The first school bus arrives at the school. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Kids and parents enjoyed the circus-themed welcome back. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

The Peyton Forest kids are all smiles, but a busy school day awaits. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Aleyah Jackson, 4, has breakfast in the cafeteria with her grandmother, June Crawford, as she starts her first day of Pre-K. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Xavier Williams, 5, is led by his mom as they search for his kindergarten class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Superintendent Meria Carstarphen, wearing a Peyton Forest t-shirt, visited the school. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Superintendent Meria Carstarphen, wearing a Peyton Forest t-shirt, had chicken and waffles with the pre-k and kindergarten students. They also got popcorn. Carstarphen has visited various APS schools every year...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Students are introduced to a math assignment in Hannah Reisman's class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Superintendent Meria Carstarphen helps London Williams with her math assignment in Hannah Reisman's class. “I think that the first day attendance, the first day participation -- whether it’s staff or students...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

You bet math is fun: The Peyton Forest kids didn’t waste any time getting down to the tricky business of addition. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Students and their families arrive for the first day of school at Boyd Elementary School. Superintendent Meria Carstarphen continued her back-to-school tour of APS schools with a stop here. BOB ANDRES ...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Superintendent Meria Carstarphen continued her back-to-school tour of APS schools with a stop at Boyd Elementary, and gave out stickers to students before visiting some classrooms. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Superintendent Meria Carstarphen takes one of her traditional Day One selfies with students, staff and parents at Boyd Elementary. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Carstarphen greets students in Traci Cohen's 3rd grade class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Students in Traci Cohen’s 3rd grade class are introduced to Superintendent Meria Carstarphen. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Students are attentive to the day's lesson in Jenethia Forte's 4th grade ELA / Social Studies class. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBob Andres/bandres@ajc.com

Emily Costine, a kindergarten teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, helps her student, Leland Griffin, get in his seat. Jenna Eason / Jenna.Eason@coxinc.comJenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com

Emily Costine, a kindergarten teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, helps her student, Arianna Sims, during the first day of school at Level Creek Elementary. Jenna Eason / Jenna.Eason@coxinc.comJenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com

Carmen Herrera, a kindergarten paraprofessional teacher at Level Creek Elementary School, helps a student, Olivia Washington, in a dual language immersion class during the first day of school. Jenna Eason / Jenna...Jenna Eason/Jenna.Eason@coxinc.com

James Jackson Elementary teacher Shandi Robbins gets a hug from a student on the first day of school Monday, August 6, 2018, in Jonesboro. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSchaefer

Para-pro Shaniqua Layne walks Kayla Tran into James Jackson Elementary. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer

Kids head into James Jackson Elementary on the first day of school. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer

Arturo Oliver and his wife Elizabeth walk their child Kayla into James Jackson Elementary. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer

School crossing guard Freda Stafford directs traffic in front of James Jackson Elementary. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer

Meanwhile, across the street from Jackson Elementary School, Zadyah Royster and Ahania Gover are dropped off at Jonesboro High School on the first day of school. STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJCSteve Schaefer