As most of you know, our community has lost one of its sons. On Sunday, January 14th, Chad O'Connor's life was unexpectedly taken. Chad was a junior at Urban Science Academy, where he enjoyed immense popularity with his peers and staff. Under these circumstances, words cannot express the deep sense of grief that we all feel. Our deepest thoughts and our sincerest prayers go out to the friends and the family of Chad. At this time please support the immediate family as they attempt to navigate this most difficult time.