MADISON (WKOW) -- Abundant Life Christian School is releasing more information about its teacher and student who were killed Monday during a school shooting.
ALCS says it released the statement below to honor staff member Erin West and high school 9th grader Rubi Vergara:
"With the release of the Medical Examiner’s Report, the two unnamed victims of the school shooting at Abundant Life Christian School have been recognized. We would like to honor them: staff member Erin West and high school 9th grader Rubi Vergara.
ALCS is a better school for the work of Erin West. She brought her love of Jesus and love of people to our staff and school family all wrapped in a hug and topped with a smile. She faithfully served as a substitute teacher for three years before accepting a staff position as ALCS’ Sub Coordinator and In-Building Substitute Teacher, a role tailor made for her abundant skills and breadth of knowledge. She served our teachers and students with grace, humor, wisdom, and – most importantly – with the love of Jesus. Her loss is a painful and deep one and she will be greatly missed not just among our staff, but our entire ALCS family.
Rubi Vergara has been a Challenger since Kindergarten. Her gentle, loving, and kind heart was reflected in her smile. Rubi was a blessing to her class and our school. She was not only a good friend, but a great big sister. Often seen with a book in hand, she had a gift for art and music. Yet, it was Rubi’s love for Jesus that shined brightest and she shared His love with others by volunteering faithfully. She will be missed deeply by her teachers and fellow students.
Our hearts grieve for each family who has lost a loved one due to this tragic event.
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