Texas — The Brownwood Independent School District (BISD) community is heartbroken following the tragic passing of Autumn Ales, a beloved second-grade student at Coggin Elementary School, who died in a car crash.
In an official statement, the district shared, “It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Coggin Elementary second-grade student, Autumn Ales, due to a tragic car accident. We are deeply heartbroken by this loss and extend our sincerest condolences to her parents, family, and friends.”
School officials say that counselors and support staff have been reaching out to the parents of all second-grade students to offer care and emotional support. The district encourages families to have open and age-appropriate conversations with their children as they process this difficult loss.
“Brownwood ISD remains committed to supporting our students, families, and staff as we navigate this difficult time together,” the statement continued.
Autumn Ales will be remembered as a bright and joyful young girl whose kindness touched everyone who knew her. Her passing leaves a deep void in the hearts of her classmates, teachers, and the entire Brownwood community.
