A string of teacher deaths has occurred at a Thomasville, North Carolina, elementary school.
According to WGHP-TV, three teachers at Thomasville Primary School have died in the last three months.
Andrea White-Hunter, a second-grade teacher, died on November 14, kindergarten teacher Eva Shetley died on January 13, and second-grade teacher Terry Register died on February 11.
The causes of the teachers’ deaths could not be disclosed “out of respect for the families of the deceased,” according to WGHP.
Each death was caused by “different and unique health concerns,” according to the district.
“Our crisis team and counselors from across our district were on site in each instance and stayed for as long as needed to ensure the needs of students and staff were met,” the district said in a statement.
“Our entire community is rallying around the school and our district and we appreciate the love and support of all those around us during this difficult time.”
On Friday, the school held a remote learning day so that students, families, and staff could “engage with the resources made available by many of our community partners,” according to a statement.
According to her obituary, White-Hunter died at the age of 38.
According to her obituary, Shetley was 65 years old. According to her biography on the school’s website, she taught at Thomasville for 22 years.
A woman who said Shetley had taught her daughter’s kindergarten class posted on the obituary webpage, saying, “She was the sweetest woman and would do anything to help my daughter succeed. … She truly is going to miss her as are we.”
Register was 49 years old at the time. According to his obituary, he had previously taught at a high school and a community college, as well as being a rescue squad instructor. He died peacefully in his sleep.
Register is survived by his parents, wife, and two adopted sons from five years ago.
