A sign outside the school shows the tremendous loss felt by teachers, students, staff and the Richmond community.
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George Wythe Principal Riddick T. Parker Jr. dies at 49
George Wythe High School in South Side will start a new school year Monday, Aug. 29, without the principal who was looking forward to starting his second year of helping students achieve success in school and in their future careers.