CHS MOURNS PASSING OF P.E. TEACHER

The school district posted this statement on the passing of Mark McCombs, the teacher who died suddenly Tuesday.

SOMSD Mourns the Loss of Mark McCombs

Wednesday morning at Columbia High School began with Dr. Lovie Lilly informing students of the loss of Mr. Mark McCombs, a beloved Health and Physical Education teacher. Dr. Lilly shared that: “Throughout his tenure at the school, Mr. McCombs touched the lives of many, many students, faculty and staff.The results of Mr. McCombs outstanding teaching and his insistence on high expectations for all students will live on forever.”

 

Key staff members spent time with each of Mr. McCombs classes today to support his students. A Grief Speaks counselor worked with Physical Education staff, administrators, and students throughout the day. Staff counselors are also available to support students and staff as they process this terrible loss.

 

Mr. McCombs served as a well-respected teacher at Columbia High School since 1999, and also as a former Head Coach of the CHS football team. Friday, March 23, 2012, was Mr. McCombs’ final day teaching at CHS.Mr. McCombs passed away unexpectedly while in the hospital on Tuesday, March 27^th.

 

Judy LoBianco, the Supervisor of Physical Education, Nursing Services and Health, said “Mr. McCombs was one of the most caring and compassionate teachers I have ever had the privilege of knowing.”

The district also posted a video of Principal Dr. Lovie Lilly addressing the student this morning.