A devastating accident outside Excelled Montessori Plus in Bexar County, Texas, has claimed the life of 22-year-old preschool teacher Alexia Rosales and left several others injured.

Alexia Rosales died in the tragedy. Credit: Facebook

A Heartbreaking Chain of Events

The tragedy occurred at around 4:00 PM on Thursday, December 19, following a holiday performance at the preschool.

According to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar, a parent had just finished loading her children into a vehicle when “for whatever reason, [she] accelerated into the building, into another car.”

This impact created a domino effect:

“She, in turn, pushed that other car, and then both cars ended up hitting a fence where, on the other side, several children and a faculty member were playing,” Salazar explained during a news conference.

Rosales was tragically pinned under one of the vehicles for some time. Despite the swift response of emergency teams, who used hydraulic lifts to free her, the beloved teacher was pronounced dead at the scene.

Children and Staff Injured

At least five children and one additional staff member sustained injuries:

Three children were hospitalized and later released.
Additional individuals received treatment at the scene or declined transport.

The driver responsible for the crash was unharmed. Sheriff Salazar noted that the driver’s medical history may have played a role but emphasized that there was no evidence of intoxication or criminal intent.

“At this point, it appears to be just a very tragic accident,” he said.

The school has paid tribute to the beloved teacher. Credit: Facebook/excelledmontessori

Remembering Alexia Rosales

The school community is mourning the loss of Rosales, whom they described as a vibrant, compassionate presence.

“Her smile, laughter, and boundless love for the children made our school feel like a second home,” read a statement from Excelled Montessori Plus.

A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support her family during this difficult time. The page, which has raised over $43,000, asks for donations to cover funeral expenses and help her family grieve without financial burdens.

“If Alexia ever touched your life, or even if you simply want to show your support, we would deeply appreciate anything you can give,” the campaign reads.

Community in Mourning

The tragedy has left a deep scar on the local community. Families, staff, and law enforcement officials alike are processing the heartbreaking loss. Sheriff Salazar called the accident:

“A very tragic situation for all involved.”

In a recent Facebook post, Excelled Montessori Plus expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and support:

“Alexia’s light continues to shine in the love we’ve seen from all of you. We’re grateful beyond words.”

Investigation Continues

Authorities are continuing to investigate the crash to understand the circumstances that led to this unimaginable tragedy.

As the community rallies around Rosales’ loved ones, her memory is being honored as a testament to the love, joy, and kindness she shared with everyone around her.

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