The Walton High School community is rallying around a teacher who is facing a late-stage cancer diagnosis.
Josh Williams, a social studies teacher, is battling stage 4 colon cancer. His department chairman, Anthony Foti, and fellow social studies teachers Haley Bond and Jessica Ewalt have set up a fundraiser to help the family as Williams goes through treatment.
Thus far more than $38,000 has been raised in just a day to help Williams and his wife Lauren, and their children Ava and Ben.
“While Josh plans to continue teaching and has health benefits to offset some costs, medical treatments, time away from work, and everyday expenses can add up quickly,” Foti’s message states. “Your generosity will allow Lauren to focus on caring for Josh and their children, and will give Josh the ability to focus on healing and spending meaningful time with Ava and Ben.”
The fundraising goal is $60,000, and donors left comments along with their pledges.
“Mr. Williams is one of the best history and economics teachers I’ve ever had,” Walton student Aster Cheung wrote. “His classes inspired my curiosity and love of learning. Sending prayers and strength to Mr. Williams and his family!”
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