SIGNAL MOUNTAIN, Tenn. — Signal Mountain Middle/High School is mourning the loss of a beloved faculty member, Patrick Daverson, who passed away over the weekend from a heart attack.
The school’s PTSA Facebook page says Daverson had been an integral part of the Signal Mountain community for many years and made a lasting impact on countless students, staff, and families, and says he will be deeply missed.
In the wake of his passing, additional counselors and support staff will be available throughout Monday and in the coming days to meet with students and staff as needed.
Parents are encouraged to talk with their children and provide guidance as the school community processes this loss.
The school shared a resource guide for families on how to discuss grief and loss with children. Staff and families are also asked to keep the Daverson family in their thoughts during this difficult time.
Right now, funeral information has not yet been announced…