Monday, July 29, 2024

Carthage Columbian Elementary mourns loss of student in boating accident


(From the Carthage R-9 School District)

Carthage Schools is saddened to report that Friday (7/26/24), Columbian Elementary student, Reuben Roy, was involved in an accident that took his life.
 
Columbian is implementing our crisis management plan. We understand that this may be a difficult time for students and staff. 

If you or your child is in need of help, please contact Columbian Elementary (417-359-7060) or Central Office (417-359-7000) and we will connect you with district counseling staff.








A GoFundMe account was set up to help the family. If you would like to help monetarily please go to https://gofund.me/ebcc0615

As we work our way through this tragedy, we ask that you please lift Reuben’s family and friends - as well as his teachers and classmates - up in your prayers.

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