# Discovery Middle School Student Dies

> Discovery Middle School student Nolan Powell-Calhoun died unexpectedly in his sleep at age 12.
- Title: Discovery Middle School Student Dies · Valleynewslive
- Summary: Discovery Middle School student Nolan Powell-Calhoun died unexpectedly in his sleep at age 12. Seventh grader Nolan Powell-Calhoun died unexpectedly in…
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/10/09/discovery-middle-school-mourns-death-seventh-grader
- Published: 2026-10-09T19:50:48.288+00:00
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- Topics: nolan powell-calhoun, discovery middle school, fargo, seventh grade, mental health support, online fundraiser, news, local
## Nolan Powell-Calhoun
Seventh grader Nolan Powell-Calhoun, 12, died unexpectedly in his sleep Wednesday due to a medical issue.
## School Response
School leaders confirmed Nolan died Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, at Sanford Health West Campus in Fargo.
## Support and Fundraiser
Mental health professionals will help students and staff, and an online fundraiser supports Nolan’s family.
## Key takeaway

Seventh grader Nolan Powell-Calhoun died unexpectedly in Fargo, prompting school mental health support and an online fundraiser for his family.