Bauxite Public Schools Mourns Teacher Following Fatal Car Accident
MRS. WINIECKI, a teacher at Bauxite Elementary School, has passed away following a tragic vehicle accident, according to information released by Bauxite Public Schools and state authorities.
Bauxite Public Schools confirmed the loss in a statement, sharing that Mrs. Winiecki was a valued member of the elementary school faculty whose passing has deeply affected students, colleagues, and the wider school community. District officials expressed their condolences to her family and asked the community to keep them in their thoughts during this difficult time.
According to an Arkansas State Police accident report, Mrs. Winiecki was traveling in a vehicle with one other person when the collision occurred. The report states that she was driving westbound on Highway 270 West when a vehicle traveling eastbound crossed the center lane and struck her vehicle.
Following the impact, Mrs. Winiecki’s vehicle left the roadway and overturned. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, and the incident was documented by state police as part of an ongoing investigation into the circumstances of the crash.
Mrs. Winiecki is remembered by colleagues and families as a dedicated educator who cared deeply for her students and took pride in her role at Bauxite Elementary School. Her loss has prompted an outpouring of support and sympathy from the school community and beyond.
Bauxite Public Schools stated that additional support and resources will be made available to students and staff as they grieve the loss of a teacher who made a meaningful impact in the lives of many.
