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Karen Arteaga quickly responded by retrieving and bringing the AED, which was used until Central Pierce Fire arrived and transported the teacher to the hospital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Later, the hospital nurse confirmed what we already knew\u2014because of the swift actions, calm response, and teamwork of these staff members, this teacher\u2019s life was saved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are incredibly proud of Rick, Chari, Angel, Kortnie, Amy, Melissa, and Karen for their professionalism, courage, and commitment to the safety of our school community. Their actions exemplify the very best of Frontier Middle School. 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