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In an unexpected turn of events, a 75-year-old math teacher was found deceased over the weekend at a Maryland elementary school, authorities confirmed on Monday. The educator, identified as Deborah Tolson, was a dedicated math interventionist at Arundel Elementary School in Baltimore.
According to the school’s principal, Kerry-Ann Malcolm, Tolson’s body was discovered within the school premises. Tolson’s career spanned 23 years within Baltimore City Public Schools, with the last seven years devoted to Arundel Elementary, marking her as a significant figure in the educational community.
Principal Malcolm expressed deep sorrow in a letter addressed to the school community, highlighting Tolson’s profound impact. “Ms. Tolson was a very beloved member of our school community for seven years,” Malcolm wrote. “A pillar of the school community, she was cherished by both students and staff alike.”
The school mourns the loss of a teacher whose dedication and passion for education left a lasting impression on both colleagues and students. As the community comes to terms with this sudden loss, they remember Tolson not only for her teaching but also for the warmth and inspiration she brought into the classroom.
Deborah Tolson, a 75-year-old math interventionist, was found dead inside Arundel Elementary School in Baltimore over the weekend, officials said. (Google Maps)
Baltimore City police told Fox News Digital that investigators found no signs of trauma or foul play.
Police added that Tolson’s body was transported to the state Medical Examiner’s Office to determine the cause of death.
Malcolm said students were released at 10:15 a.m. Monday.
Baltimore City police are investigating the death of Deborah Tolson, a longtime math teacher found inside a Maryland elementary school. (Tribune News Service via Getty)
“Our hearts and thoughts remain with Ms. Tolson’s family and friends, as well as our entire school community, in this difficult time,” Malcolm said. “We are still gathering additional details and will share what we can at a later time.”
She added that the district is taking steps to support students and staff who are grieving.
“The Baltimore City Public Schools crisis team will support our school and talk to students and staff members to address their questions and concerns,” Malcolm said.
Baltimore City police said there were no signs of trauma or foul play after Deborah Tolson, a 75-year-old teacher, was found inside her Baltimore school. (Lloyd Fox/Baltimore Police Department)
It was not immediately clear when school officials became aware of Tolson’s body and if students were in the building when she was discovered.
Fox News Digital has reached out to Baltimore City Police, the state Office of the Chief Medical Examiner and Arundel Elementary for additional information.
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