Middle school students honored for response
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Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office
Sheriff Miller and the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office proudly commend three outstanding 8th grade students from Wakulla Middle School – Aaliyah Williams, Kira Simmons, and Mya Warning – for their quick thinking, courage, and leadership during a medical emergency.
On Feb. 11, a student at Wakulla Middle School experienced a medical emergency in the classroom, collapsing to the floor and suffering a seizure. While the teacher ran to call for help, Aaliyah Williams immediately sprang into action. She quickly turned the student onto her side and supported her head to prevent injury. Kira Simmons and Mya Warning also rushed to assist, following Aaliyah’s instructions and working together to provide aid until school administrators arrived.
The teacher later expressed her deep gratitude, sharing that she felt overwhelmed in the moment and was relieved these students were present and knew how to respond.
The student experiencing the medical episode was transported to the hospital for further evaluation and care. Aaliyah later explained that she knew how to respond because a member of her family suffers from seizures.
These students showed exceptional leadership, compassion, and bravery in a crisis situation. Their calm and coordinated response likely made a critical difference in ensuring their classmate received safe, immediate care.
On May 19th, the WCSO Safe Schools Division presented Certificates of Excellence in Leadership and Courage to Aaliyah Williams, Kira Simmons, and Mya Warning.
Sheriff Miller and the Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office are proud to recognize these remarkable young individuals. Their actions exemplify the strength and spirit of our community’s youth.
