NEWS RELEASE # 3
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 21, 2012
APS Sites Open Following Aurora Tragedy
The Aurora community has been changed by the tragic shooting that happened inside a movie theater early Friday morning. Our hearts go out to those impacted and to our entire community.
News of a tragedy of this nature can be upsetting. In partnership with the Aurora Police Department, the American Red Cross, and city, state and federal agencies, Aurora Public Schools is reaching out to victims, their families and friends, and the entire Aurora community.
Two Disaster Resources and Recovery Centers remain open until 4 pm today. Metro-area grief counselors are available to work with victims, their families and friends, and community members. Anyone who would like assistance dealing with this tragedy is encouraged to visit Hinkley High School (1250 Chambers Rd. 80011) or Rangeview High School (17599 E. Iliff Ave. 80013) until 4 pm today.
Grief counselors, victim compensation representatives and other resources are available to those who visit the schools. The privacy of those who visit these sites will be strictly protected.
Tomorrow, the Disaster Resources and Recovery Center at Rangeview High School will be open from noon until 4 pm.
Dealing with a tragedy of this nature is a community effort, and the Aurora Public Schools team is making it a priority to respond to those in need.
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Interested media may contact APS News Media Specialist
Paula Hans at 303-326-2755 for more information
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