Bothell shop teacher speaks: Attack ‘not going to turn me into victim’
May 23, 2016, 9:13 PM | Updated: May 24, 2016, 5:16 am
A Bothell High School teacher spoke to KIRO 7 News for the first time since an attack in which he was hit on the head and had a zip tie placed around his neck.
Cal Pygott, who teaches shop, was injured on campus Thursday. He is recovering from the violent incident while police try to figure out who attacked him.
“This is not going to turn me into a victim,” Pygott said Monday.
Pygott said he is feeling better physically, but is still having ups and downs emotionally.
“I appreciate everyone’s wishes and support,” Pygott said. “Physically, I’m doing fine. I’m on the mend. I look better than I did on Friday. Emotions are still up and down.”
Pygott said he will return to Bothell High School. He and his wife both graduated from the school, so did their children.
“I will be back as soon as possible,” he said.
Students were back at school Monday wearing “Bothell Blue” to support the teacher. Inside the cafeteria students signed banners for Pygott.
Students at Bothell High return to class after teacher was assaulted. Police search for attacker. 5pm @KIRO7Seattle pic.twitter.com/EQKv9nnJxT
— Alison Grande (@AlisonKIRO7) May 23, 2016
