The Putnam Elementary School community in Connecticut is mourning the tragic loss of a beloved 4th grade teacher, Kayla Morey. The Dayville resident died in a car accident late Saturday night in Webster, Massachusetts, marking a heartbreaking end to a life dedicated to education.
Kayla Morey was a dedicated and passionate 4th-grade teacher from Dayville, Connecticut. Known for her commitment to her students and her love for teaching, Morey had made a significant impact on the Putnam Elementary School community.
Morey’s career was marked by her dedication to educating young minds at Putnam Elementary School. Her passion for teaching and her ability to connect with her students made her a beloved figure within the school community.
Morey’s life was tragically cut short in a double vehicle crash late Saturday night, December 2, 2023. The incident occurred on I-395 in Webster, Massachusetts, when a wrong-way driver collided with Morey’s vehicle.
According to Massachusetts State Police, the accident happened around 10:17 p.m. on Route 395 south, near exit 3 in Webster. Authorities had been notified of a wrong-way driver on southbound Route 395 shortly before the collision.
The 35-year-old teacher was fatally injured in the collision, which also claimed the life of the first car’s driver, a 31-year-old man from Auburn. The State Police Detective Unit for Worcester County, the State Police-Sturbridge Barracks, the State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section, and the State Police Crime Scene Services Section are all conducting an ongoing investigation into the crash.
The news of Morey’s death was met with profound sadness by the Putnam Elementary School community. The Putnam Superintendent of Schools, Steven Rioux, released a heartfelt statement expressing condolences to Morey’s family and friends.
In conclusion, the passing of Kayla Morey is a devastating loss for the Putnam Elementary School community and all who knew her. Her dedication to her students and her passion for teaching will be deeply missed. Our thoughts go out to her family, friends, and the entire school community during this difficult time.
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