ATHENS, Tenn. (WATE) — The McMinn County Director of Schools has died unexpectedly, the school system announced Thursday. All schools will be closed Friday.

"It is with a great deal of sadness that we share that our Director of Schools, Dr. Julie Goodin, has passed away unexpectedly," Assistant Director of Schools Melasawn Knight said in a statement.

All schools and the district office will be closed Friday, October 24 out of respect and to allow time to grieve. Support services will be available for students and staff. Information about memorial opportunities will be shared as soon as it is available.

Additional information and counseling resources will be available on mcminnschools.com.

Goodin had become director in July after previously serving in other roles in the school system.

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