By Lauren Krogman

AHS has come together to support two of its young teachers as they care for their two-year-old son who was burned on Sunday, Nov. 17.  History teacher Nick Ross and business teacher Natalie Ross are the parents of Nolan, who is now recovering at home.  Students and teachers put their concern into action after hearing about Nolan’s injury by sending cards, gifts, and food in support of the family.

Nolan was rushed to the University of Iowa’s burn unit in Iowa City after hot coffee caused second-degree burns on his chest, stomach and arm.  Nolan was released one day after he was admitted to the hospital.  He was taken back to the unit a few days later for a check-up, and to see if he needed a skin graft.

Coach Ross said his family wants to thank everyone who has thought of them through this tough time.  They want to express their gratitude for the cards and food they have been receiving.

Senior Tyler Christensen said, “Some of the senior football players brought him a teddy bear as big as him and some balloons to make him feel better.”

As of Tues., Dec. 3, Coach Ross said, “He does not need a skin graft, his burns are healing very well and he’s playing like normal.”  Ross concluded by saying the overwhelming support and sense of community is a key factor why he and his wife returned to Atlantic to raise their family.