06/01/2026
Dear Parents, Staff, Students, and Community Members,
It is with profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Kyle Hailey, a valued employee of Trinity Alps Unified School District.
Kyle touched the lives of countless students, colleagues, and families through his dedication, kindness, and commitment to serving our schools. His loss is being felt deeply throughout our district, and our hearts are with his family, friends, coworkers, students, and all those who knew and cared for him.
We recognize that this news may be difficult to process. During times of loss, our strength comes from supporting one another with compassion, grace, and understanding. We encourage our students, staff, and families to reach out for support and to take care of themselves and one another in the days ahead.
Across the district, the well-being of our students and staff remains our highest priority. To support our school community during this difficult time, the Trinity County Office of Education Mental Health Team and Trinity County Behavioral Health Team are on-site and working alongside district staff to provide counseling and grief support services.
The Trinity County Sheriff's Office is the lead agency handling this matter. At this time, we do not have any additional information to share, and out of respect for Kyle's family and the ongoing process, the district will not be releasing further details. Any questions regarding the investigation should be directed to the Trinity County Sheriff's Office.
Should there be important logistical updates regarding school operations, student support services, or memorial arrangements, we will communicate those directly to families.
Please join us in keeping Kyle's family, loved ones, and all those affected by this loss in your thoughts. We mourn alongside our community and remain committed to supporting one another through this tragedy.
With sympathy,
Trinity Alps Unified School District
To see the full letter, click here: https://www.tausd.org/documents/press-releases/28049418
How to Access Support
For Students and Families
If you or a student you know needs support, please contact the Trinity High School office at (530) 623-6127 to be connected with a counselor.
Trinity County Behavioral Health Crisis Support
• (530) 623-5708
• https://www.trinitycounty.org/180/Su***de-Crisis-Information
Immediate Crisis Support (24/7)
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available at any time by calling or texting 988, the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.
Additional Mental Health Resources
• Soluna (ages 13–25): https://solunaapp.com/resources/
• BrightLife Kids (parents of children ages 0–12): https://www.brightlife.kids/
