Alton Homecoming Parade Changes Bring More Students Into Celebration

Alton Homecoming Parade Changes Bring More Students Into Celebration

ALTON — A new route and a shift in parade day allowed more students to celebrate their Redbird Pride at Alton School District 11’s annual homecoming parade Wednesday night, Sept. 30, 2026, Superintendent Elaine Kane said. The changes grew out of feedback from community members who participated in the Reimagine Alton Schools initiative, Kane said. She credited community partners with helping make the adjustments possible. “Our new route and parad…