Grief over the death of an Argyle Middle School principal has left many members of the community grieving. Now, they are coming together to share memories and offer support while planning memorial services in his honor.
Argyle is a tight-knit community, and the loss of their leader has hit them hard. Teachers and students are struggling to cope with this tragedy; counseling services are available for their support.
Impact of Gibson on Argyle School and community
Argyle Middle School is an intimate community, and Principal Gibson was beloved figure who dedicated himself to student welfare and academic excellence. Always accessible, with an open-door policy that garnered him great respect among both students and parents alike, Principal Gibson also showed great family commitment by spending time at sporting events with his wife and children as well as school events. His death has hit hard and deeply.
The community is coming together in support of both the school and each other. They are organizing events and providing help to those grieving – this shows the school and community that they are not alone during this challenging period.
Principal Gibson will live on through the memories of those he touched, so it is crucial for students and staff to share their stories about him to keep his memory alive and remind all about how positive an influence he was on their lives.
Funeral Arrangements of AMS Principal Scott Gibson
Principal Gibson’s passing has sent shock waves through North Texas. He was an inspiration to all those he came into contact with and an amazing leader both students and staff alike. His memory will live on through fundraising initiatives as well as community ties forged. His legacy will live on.
Many will miss him dearly and several memorial services have been held in his honor to bring the community closer together and commemorate his legacy at school.
Funeral masses for Jodie Gibson will take place at St. Mark Catholic Church and AMS’ main gym on February 10, respectively, after which a Celebration of Life event will take place at both locations. The district encourages attendees to carpool between events; additionally they have provided 2,000 rain ponchos should anyone require one during either event. Jodie remains strong in her faith while cherishing memories of her husband; she remains thankful for all the support received by her community.
Memorial Arrangements for Principal Gibson
At his time as principal, Gibson went the extra mile in supporting students. From school-wide mentorship programs to creating cutting-edge STEM curricula, he knew first-hand the difference passionate educational leadership could make to student lives. Always there when needed Argyle students needed someone in attendance at sporting events, student performances or community gatherings he was always present as principal Gibson was proudly wearing an Argyle tie on special events like sporting matches or student performances or community gatherings.
He took great care in getting to know each and every one of his students personally, learning their names, interests, and struggles. This personalized connection fostered an atmosphere conducive to discovering passions and succeeding at them.
Argyle Middle School has come together as a community to honor and remember their beloved leader, Gibson. Grief counselors have been provided to students, while teachers were provided guidance on how best to manage this difficult situation in class. Over time, the district will conduct a comprehensive search for an interim principal that aligns with Gibson’s values; additionally a designated fund has been set up in Gibson Southern Scholarships in his honor.
Reflections on Principal Gibson’s Legacy
Losing a beloved community leader can leave an incredible void in those they knew, yet the way Argyle School community members have responded in such a tragic event speaks to their strength and resilience as a culture, while attesting to the need for effective leadership during such times of distress and loss.
Teachers and students took to social media in response to Gibson’s death to remember and pay their respects, often remembering him fondly and speaking about how always made time for them and was willing to listen when needed; also sharing how compassionate and dedicated he was towards education.
Jodie Gibson, his wife, told WFAA that he loved her more than anything in the world and always put their family first. She noted how he served as “spiritual leader” of their school district and always made himself available to everyone; being someone who was known to go the extra mile for everyone around him. Jodie spoke fondly of him being “people person” who would do anything for anyone.