Atlanta recognizes group that integrated schools

The Atlanta school board Monday honored three of the students who integrated Atlanta Public Schools 50 years ago. Madelyne Nix, Thomas F. Welch and Rosalyn Walton-Lees were part of the "Atlanta Nine," who integrated of four of Atlanta’s all-white high schools on Aug. 30, 1961. Proclamations were issued to honor the students, who went on to have distinguished professional careers. Information: www.atlanta.k12.ga.us.