It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that I share tragic news with you. This afternoon we learned that a senior at Harpursville High School died in a car accident. Two other students were also involved in the accident.
The profound impact of this news has left our close-knit community in shock and grief-stricken. Our thoughts and condolences are with the families as they navigate through this unimaginable tragedy. During these challenging times, it is vital that we come together to support and comfort one another.
We will be offering counseling services to any student in need until 10 p.m. tonight at the high school's main office.
We will have our crisis team available along with additional counselors available in the school to assist students as they express their feelings related to the loss of a classmate and friend. The most important thing we can do is to be supportive and encourage an open expression of feelings. Our staff has been briefed on our plans and has received guidelines for discussing death and the reactions to it. If you feel your child is in need of special assistance or is having a great deal of difficulty coping, please do not hesitate to call. Thank you for your continued support of our school community as we work together to help everyone affected.
With Sympathy and Sorrow,
Heath Georgia
Superintendent of Schools