Porter Public Schools community mourns death of seventh grader | News [Video]

PORTER, Okla. — Porter Public Schools said the Pirate community is mourning the death of a seventh-grade student.

The school district released a statement from Superintendent Chris Sherwood on Thursday. He said “our hearts are heavy today” as they mourn the loss of Isaiah Marshall, a seventh grader at Porter Consolidated Schools.

“Isaiah was a treasured member of our school family, and we extend our sincere sympathy and support to his loved ones and friends during this difficult time,” Sherwood said.

Sherwood said counselors will be available on Friday and throughout the week.

“If your child would like to talk with someone about their experience and feelings of loss or if you have concerns about how they are coping with grief, please contact the school to let us know,” Sherwood said in the statement. “We have many caring professionals as part of our school family who can support and assist …