FORT DODGE, Iowa — The Fort Dodge Community School District announced the death of middle school Assistant Principal Aaron Miller on Friday.

According to the Fort Dodge Community School District, Miller died from injuries sustained in a car accident.

In their announcement they released a statement saying.

“We understand that this news may be difficult for many of our students and families. To support our students, school counselors and additional support staff will be available to talk with any student who needs assistance processing their feelings or emotions. If your child would like to meet with a counselor, please encourage them to let their teacher know, or feel free to contact the school directly. During times like this, it’s important that we come together as a community to support one another. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if there’s anything we can do to support your family.”

Fort Dodge Community School District

Miller worked for the Fort Dodge Community School District as a social studies teacher for more than 10 years and served as an assistant principal at the middle school for just under a year. Throughout the years Miller coached several athletics teams including the middle school football team and middle school girls’ basketball team.