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MCHS Information related to the passing of a middle school teacher

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I inform you of a middle school staff member who unexpectedly collapsed and died Monday evening. Mr. Royal Wentworth was teaching 8th grade social studies at John Adams Middle School. He spent many years teaching social studies at Roosevelt Middle School before the district transitioned to 5/6 and 7/8 buildings. He was also at one time a middle school football coach, current middle school cross country coach, and many nights during the winter months he refereed basketball. He was admired by students and staff and will be greatly missed.

Funeral arrangements are not yet complete but we will keep you informed as we learn more. Students interested in attending may do so but we ask that they attend with a parent or guardian.

Many of the high school students may have had Mr. Wentworth as a teacher and/or coach over the last couple of years. His passing may affect those who had Mr. Wentworth as a coach/teacher emotionally. Our counselors (who will be located in the JAMS IC) and other staff will be available tomorrow (Tuesday) for any student who may need support or need to talk. Sometimes incidents similar to this lead to past feelings of grief returning. We ask that you keep a close eye on your son/daughter in the near future in case these emotions become present. Please contact us at school (641) 421-4431 if there is anything we can do as a school to help your child. Attached is information related to the grieving process that may be of some assistance.

Funeral arrangements are not yet complete but we will keep you informed as we learn more. Students interested in attending may do so but we ask that they attend with a parent or guardian.

We expect students to follow our normal attendance policy today as we have multiple supports systems that will be in place. The normal routine will most likely help students cope with this tragic loss. Our thoughts are with Mr. Wentworth’s family, friends, students, and community who are affected by his passing. He was an outstanding person who cared deeply about kids.

Sincerely,

T.J. Jumper
Director of Secondary Programs

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