The communities of Concord and Carlisle, Massachusetts, are mourning an unimaginable loss after two beloved high school seniors were tragically killed in a car accident during spring break.
Jimmy McIntosh and Hannah Wasserman, both 18-year-old seniors at Concord-Carlisle High School, lost their lives Monday night in a devastating crash in the Florida Panhandle. Two additional classmates, also 18, who were traveling with them, sustained critical injuries and are currently fighting for their lives in a Florida hospital, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
The heartbreaking news was shared with the school community on Tuesday in a statement from Concord-Carlisle Superintendent Dr. Laurie Hunter.
“We offer our deep condolences to the families and friends of Hannah and Jimmy during this unimaginable time,” Hunter said. “Their loss will be deeply felt by our school community as well as by so many families in Carlisle and Concord. We are also keeping the other two students in our thoughts and wish them strength and a swift recovery.”
The accident, which occurred during what was meant to be a time of joy and celebration for the students as they neared the end of their high school journey, has left the school and broader community shaken with grief. Details surrounding the cause of the crash have not yet been released, and authorities continue to investigate.
Both Jimmy and Hannah were described by classmates, teachers, and friends as vibrant, compassionate, and full of promise. They were students whose presence brightened the halls of Concord-Carlisle High School and whose futures were filled with opportunity.
Jimmy McIntosh was known for his easygoing spirit, infectious laughter, and deep kindness toward everyone he met. He had a natural ability to make others feel seen and valued, whether on the athletic field, in the classroom, or among friends.
Hannah Wasserman, equally admired, was known for her warmth, determination, and creative talents. She brought enthusiasm and heart to everything she pursued and was considered a beloved friend and leader among her peers.
In the wake of the tragedy, Concord-Carlisle High School has mobilized crisis teams to provide counseling and support for students, staff, and families grappling with the sudden loss. Grief counselors will remain available in the days and weeks ahead to help students process their emotions and offer a safe space for the community to come together.
The school plans to honor the lives of Jimmy and Hannah with a memorial service in the near future, details of which will be announced once the families have had time to grieve privately.
Flags at the school have been lowered to half-staff, and a growing makeshift memorial of flowers, notes, and photographs has begun to form at the entrance of the high school, as classmates, teachers, and friends gather to mourn and remember.
The loss of Jimmy McIntosh and Hannah Wasserman is a profound reminder of how precious and fragile life can be. As Concord and Carlisle come together in grief, the memory of these two remarkable young people will live on in the hearts of all who knew them.
Our deepest condolences go out to the families, friends, and the entire Concord-Carlisle High School community during this devastating time.