David Phenix, a math teacher at Apalachee High School, expressed profound gratitude on social media to students and a fellow teacher who aided him after he was shot during a mass shooting on September 4th. The attack, allegedly by 14-year-old Colt Gray, resulted in the deaths of four individuals and injuries to nine others, including Phenix. Phenix, who was shot in the side and foot, credited his co-teacher, Valerie Lancaster, and two 14-year-old students for applying pressure to his wounds and managing a panicked classroom. He also thanked first responders, medical staff, and his family for their support. Phenix described the emotional and physical challenges ahead, emphasizing the long-term impact of the traumatic event.