The Granbury community is mourning the sudden passing of Dustin Conn, an assistant principal at Granbury High School, whose death has deeply affected students, staff, and the wider school district.
According to reports from the Granbury Independent School District, Dustin Conn died unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. His passing has been described as sudden and heartbreaking for those who worked alongside him and for the students he supported during his time at the school.
Conn had served as an assistant principal at Granbury High School for approximately two years. In that role, he was involved in campus leadership, student discipline, and staff coordination, while also building relationships with students and contributing to the daily functioning of the school environment. Colleagues described him as a steady and supportive presence within the campus community.
Following news of his death, the district issued a statement expressing condolences and acknowledging his contributions to the school. Officials emphasized his dedication to students and staff and extended sympathy to his family, friends, and the broader Granbury ISD community during this difficult time.
At this stage, no further details regarding the circumstances of his death have been publicly released, and officials have stated that their primary focus is supporting those affected. Counseling and crisis support services were made available at Granbury High School to help students and staff cope with the loss.
Members of the school community have shared tributes remembering Dustin Conn as a committed educator and administrator who played an important role in supporting both students and staff.