Some Okmulgee High School alumni want to see their beloved school building preserved after learning the district may demolish the century-old structure.

A group of former students say there are plenty of memories in the walls of Okmulgee High School.

We grew up in these halls, and thats what we care about, said Jan Colombin.

Jan Colombin is a proud 1969 graduate of Okmulgee High School. He came back to teach and eventually served as principal dedicating his career to the school.

Its family, said Colombin. That building is family to us.

He even created an alumni room filled with memorabilia, pictures and uniforms. He wants it all to stick around for future generations.

When grandma gets old you dont throw her away, you take care of that grand lady, said Colombin. We need to take care

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