The death of a student at Webb City High School May 5 has been the subject of much discussion in the community, but R-7 officials have kept quiet about the death until this morning.
Normally, school districts deal with deaths of students with announcements posted on social media designed to let the public know how they are handling the situation and to offer reassurances that steps being taken include offering counseling for students and staff.
The district's news release today said those steps have been taken, but offers few details otherwise. The news release is printed below.
The Webb City School District responded by contacting local authorities, emergency personnel, and followed the District’s Crisis Plan.
As part of the District’s Crisis Plan, Administration met with the parents’ representative on May 5th before releasing any information to staff and students.
Counselors have been provided for staff and students who may need additional support.
This is an ongoing investigation, and the district has and will continue to fully cooperate with the local authorities throughout the process.
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5 comments:
The kid hung him self at the Webb City Baseball field on the bleachers due to bullying by Webb City students. Specifically the baseball team.
Why would anyone live or go to public schools in Webb City, MO??
I've heard that the student was from Afghanistan but can't find that anywhere in a search online. Is that true?
Yes. That is true.
Do you have any screenshots showing this or anymore specifics? Please it’s very important we get justice for him, he was a refugee :(
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