Hill Country College Mourns Teacher Shooting

0:00Tragedy struck, Hill Country College Preparatory High School on Monday morning when a 15-year-old student shot a teacher and then took his own, life. The school announced it will stay close for the rest of the week to deal with the aftermath. Superintendent Johnny Chapman III from Komal Independent School District urged the community to wear blue ribbons in support of the teacher, who's still recovering in the hospital with no public updates on her condition. Chapman described Monday as one of the toughest days the district has ever faced, and they've ramped up counseling services to help students process the shock. Authorities revealed Tuesday that the teen had been struggling with his grades and brought a revolver from home to carry out the act. As the community rallies with those blue ribbons and extra support, I stay on the teacher's recovery while the investigation wraps up quietly. Stay informed with El Paso News today. AI-powered updates. I'm Cory with the story.