In 2018, Fred Veeder, a popular math teacher at Dodgen Middle School, was named the teacher of the year in the Cobb County School District.
In recent days, another math teacher at Dodgen, Kari Viland, said that Veeder has been diagnosed with congestive heart failure and is “facing a long recovery.”
He’s been hospitalized twice this year, according to Viland, who has begun a fundraiser, saying that “as Fred faces this challenge, we want to clear the way for him to focus on healing rather than worrying about hospital bills and eventual lost income.”
In just a couple of days, the effort has netted more than $23,000 in contributions.
Viland said that the assistance also will include providing dog walks for Veeder’s dog, Shadow:
“Mr. Veeder, as he is known by his students and in the community, has shaped and impacted the lives of so many. His Football Frenzy, March Madness, and Pi Day are just a few of the ways he has gone above and beyond showing his students learning can be enjoyable and engaging! Many students keep in touch long after their time with him in the classroom ends. Fred has done so much for our children and community, let’s show him how much his investment means to us.”
Viland said Veeder replied that he’s “overwhelmed and blessed” by the support, which includes some former students.
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