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Deerfield Freshman Released From Hospital After Highland Park Shooting
A GoFundMe has been set up to assist the family of Jamie Mazariegos, who was shot in the chest.
DEERFIELD, IL — A incoming freshman at Deerfield High School is home recovering after being shot in the chest in last week's Independence Day parade shooting in Highland Park. Principal Kathryn Anderson, in an email to school families, said Jamie Mazariegos was treated and released from the hospital following the shooting.
"As a school community, we extend our thoughts, prayers, and support to Jamie and her family," Anderson said.
In addition, a GoFundMe has been set up for Mazariegos and her family. The campaign was set up by Mazariegos's sister, Elizabeth Angeles, who had attended the parade with her 7-year-old daughter and Jamie.
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"We were able to quickly drive her [Jamie] to the hospital and she is now home with us recovering, but we have been told that it will be a lengthy recovery process," Angeles said. "I'm asking for help so that our living expenses can be paid while my mom takes off work to be with my sister and assist with her recovery."
As of Monday morning, the GoFundMe campaign has raised $96,748 in just two days. The goal was set at $85,000.
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"For all those impacted by this horrific tragedy, we keep you in our hearts," Anderson said in the school email. "As you know, the hub of resources and support has been held at Highland Park High School. Please know that support will continue to be offered for our District 113 students."
Anderson noted that resources currently available at Highland Park High School are also available for Deerfield High School students. They include:
- An online book vendor reached out and donated 13 online titles for our District 113 community. Students and staff can access the materials by typing in their ID number at the following link: https://soraapp.com/welcome.
- How to Talk to Kids about Tragedies and Other Traumatic Events
- Childhood Exposure to Violence
- Adaptation Taken from National Association of School Psychologists: Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents
- Tips for Parents on Media Coverage
- Talking to Children About a Crisis/Attack
- Local Mental Health Resources
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