FORT DODGE, Iowa [KCCI]— The Fort Dodge community is mourning the death of middle school assistant principal Aaron Miller. School officials say Miller died in a recent crash, but didn’t provide details on when or where the crash happened.

According to Miller’s LinkedIn page, he was a social studies teacher for more than 10 years in the district before becoming the middle school assistant principal last year. Throughout the years Miller coached several athletics teams including the middle school football team and middle school girls’ basketball team.

Aaron Miller – Ft. Dodge MS Asst. Principal

Fort Dodge School District officials released a statement saying:

“We understand that this news may be difficult for many of our students and families,” according to a statement by Fort Dodge school officials. “To support our students, school counselors and additional support staff will be available to talk with any student who needs assistance processing their feelings or emotions. If your child would like to meet with a counselor, please encourage them to let their teacher know, or feel free to contact the school directly.

“During times like this, it’s important that we come together as a community to support one another. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if there’s anything we can do to support your family.”