Jamar and Ann Marie Robinson Die In Tragic Accident
The Atlanta couple who died after drowning during a trip to Puerto Rico, two months after the couple celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary, are Jamar and Ann mari Robinson. The principal of Westlake High School was Jamar Robinson. At Georgia State University, Ann mari Robinson was an assistant professor.
In a tweet on November 11, Westlake football coach Bobby May reported the couple’s deaths. May has written, “Our hearts are broken for the family of Mr. Robinson and Mrs. Robinson and the entire Westlake community.
We will always remember Mr. Robinson as the principal who worked tirelessly, was always upbeat, passionate, never missed a game or event, and LOVED his students with a heart that was unmatched.”
This. The love and passion he had for his students ! My message to all of you is to be the Great that he saw in all of YOU! pic.twitter.com/n0UbTD39VW
— Bobby May (@Coach_May82) November 11, 2020
Who is Jamar Robinson?
He was a graduate of Southwest Dekalb High School, according to Jamar Robinson’s profile on the Fulton School System website. Jamar Robinson went on to attend the University of Florida A&M, where he was a drum major in the school band.
Jamar Robinson became the assistant principal of the school in 2016, according to his LinkedIn profile, and was appointed principal in June 2018.
Posted by Annmari Robinson on Monday, 18 June 2018
In addition, with the Young Men of Excellence initiative, Jamar Robinson was also a mentor. In a letter to teachers, parents, and students, he wrote, upon his appointment as Westlake’s principal, “I have been here for the struggles, the triumphs, and the setbacks. I have seen our community and students pull together to accomplish the unthinkable, and then go back and exceed expectations yet again.”
In 2014, according to his Westlake High School profile, the then Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp awarded Jamar Robinson the Outstanding Georgia Citizen award. On that page, Jamar Robinson’s preferred quote is given as, “If you don’t want to serve, you aren’t ready to lead.”
Drown In Puerto Rico Full Details
Puerto Rico Headline News claims that when Annmari Robinson started struggling against the current, Robinson and his wife were swimming on the beach near the La Concha Hotel in San Juan.
R.I.P. to one of the best mentors I have ever had. @JKRobinsonEDU, you served as the heartbeat of the Westlake community & a true role model for all. A perfect example of actions speaking louder than words ever could. Thank you for everything big bro & job well done #ONEWestlake
— Eldread Nunnally, Jr (@ENunnallyEdu) November 11, 2020
The report said that when the couple was underwater, Jamar Robinson attempted to reach his wife. The article also said that in a whirlpool, the couple got stuck. Around 3:55 p.m., the incident happened. Local Time, PrimeraHora.com notes.
— Bobby May (@Coach_May82) November 11, 2020
CBS Atlanta notes that an email sent from the Fulton County School System to parents explained that the deaths of the couple were unrelated to COVID-19.
Incredibly sad for my former colleague, boss & school community. Never saw a principal more adored by his students. I remember how happy I was for Mr. Robinson when he was named principal at Westlake. I’m just as sad today. Rest in power! @JKRobinsonEDU 🙏🏾🕊#OneWestlake
— Kareem Reid (@CoachReid99) November 11, 2020