With our deepest regrets and sympathy to Krista, at the loss of Scott! Our thoughts are prayers are with you and your family at this great time of mourning. May God keep you and your family and hold you in the palm of this hands in your hours of need! May you have peace and comfort!!

So saddened by the loss of our dear friend Scott Hodges. He was a true gentleman and a wonderful principal/boss. He was so kind and would make the extra effort to connect with his staff and student in a caring and respectful way. I especially admired and appreciated how he took such an interest in our "special kids". He was loved and will be missed. Praying for the Hodges family and all who knew him in this time of loss.

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Mr. Hodges was my principle when I went to school in yulee. He had a smile that could lit up a whole entire year! He made a huge impact on many lives.

Scott was an amazing man who truly made an impact on many students and colleagues. He will be deeply missed. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

My prayers are extended to Krista and tue entire family. My children loved him and I enjoyed working with him as a substitute teacher. May his soul and the souls of all the departed rest in peace

Krista and all the family, So sorry to hear about Scott. We will be keeping you in our prayers. I know Scott will be missed by all who knew and loved him. I am thankful for the years I had at YES and having him as my principal! He was a wonderful boss!

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Krista, I’m so sorry for your loss sweetie. Scott was such a special person to so many. He helped me through so many difficult issues while I was employed with the NCSD. He always had kind words to say and wisdom to help all. His memories will always be with you. Always think of the wonderful things. Allow God to immerse you in His love. I know He is carrying you with His precious arms in all of this. I love you, Jane Hicken

Mr. Hodges was my principle at Yulee Elementary. He had a smile that could lit up a whole entire year! He made a huge impact on many lives including mine. He will be missed.

It was truly a blessing to know and love Scott as a friend and boss. The lives he touched will forever be some of the luckiest people in our community. We have known him for about 40 years and count ourselves blessed to have known him. Rest in peace Scott. We will forever miss your kindness.

We are so sad to hear this news Mr Scoot alway had a smile on his face Whenever we had an issue with school he addressed right away. We truly lost a great man. To beloved family I will keep you in ours prayers Our condolence to you Sincerely Pough Family

He was such a great man, he was my old principle in elementary school. You will forever be missed

I’ve only had one real memory with Mr. Hodges as my principal in elementary school but Lord only knows the impact it had in those days… dealing with a broken family in those days as a child I acted out a lot in school, then the day came I decided to switch my name on someone else’s test so I didn’t have to do the work well later that day my dad and Mr. Hodges were waiting on me in his office. I don’t know if He saw what was truly going on in my life outside of school but he did notice a referral/punishment wasn’t what I needed, Mr. Hodges, my Dad and I continued to sit in the office for the rest of the day talking about my favorite hobby back then which was hunting and how we made plans to go that next weekend but now we couldn’t because I was in trouble… Mr. Hodges insisted that my Dad took me hunting instead of punishment as I deserved, we left that day with no write up no referral or suspension, instead I killed my first deer with my Dad that weekend… I never knew Mr. Hodges that well but I do remember that little favor he did for that little boy back then, and I will forever be grateful for it. My condolences to His family and all the Love and prayers are being sent out from my family and myself! Remind yourselves death shouldn’t be feared but embraced, it’s not our final rest but our final birth into eternity with the Lord, yes grieve for a time but then celebrate in knowing who he is with now…

Thank you Mr. Hodges for giving the gift of knowledge through leadership to so many students. Thank you for being the very best principal at Yulee Elementary School. You touched so many lives and made a HUGE impact. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and music taste. Rest in Peace.

Very good man from what I remember growing up and Mr Hodges being my principal he was always very positive also a wonderful principal. Mr Hodges was my principal at yulee elementary school as far as I could remember he came to work and busted his behind to make sure are school was a grade A school. You could come to school with a piss poor attitude some way some how he would life your spirits turn a dull day into a brighter day I thank this man for everything he did as my principal. I’m sorry for this to happen to his family and lose a wonderful man he touched so many hearts my condolences are with his family.

There are so many words that describe Scott - caring, patient, kind, professional, leader! Every time I needed anything he went above and beyond to help, including putting out signs during my campaign. I wish I had told him more how much I appreciated him and the job he was doing. He will be greatly missed! Praying for the peace and comfort that only God can provide

I am so sorry to hear of Scott's passing. He was truly one of a kind. Working for him at Wildlight was such an unexpected joy. He frequently visited us at the chicken coop or in PreK when he was having a hard day. Praying for his loved ones and friends and we process this loss.

We were saddened to hear about Scott! He was always so enjoyable and easy to work with. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Scott's family and friends.Praying for all during this time.

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I remember him checking up on me anytime i was having a bad day in yulee elementary... he always had a smile and was always positive.. R.I.P.

Scott helped so many students and their families as an educator. I am lucky to have known him and to have moved my family to Nassau County while he was a principal. He built a great culture at YES and leaves a legacy of care and service to others in the school system. I'll miss you, Scott.

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Scott was a true gentleman, one of the nicest guys I have ever met. Scott was always so positive while also being sympathetic to everyone around him. As a co-worker, his continued encouragement and helpfulness was a trait few have. Thank you Scott, for being one of my biggest cheerleaders, always encouraging me to continue with my endeavors. I will truely miss you my friend. RIP

Scott was just an all around good person. He put his heart and soul into the school system and the chikdren in our community. He will never be forgotten. Prayers for peace to his family and friends.

So sorry for the family loss. Scott was always a gentle soul

Rest in peace Scott!

Rest well thy good and faithful servant .

Some people touch our hearts. Scott was that person. With deepest sympathy. Lisa Russ

am deeply saddened to hear of Scott’s passing. He was a remarkable leader, mentor, and friend, whose kindness and dedication left a lasting impact on so many lives. His warmth, guidance, and unwavering commitment to his students and staff made a difference that will never be forgotten. My heart goes out to Krista and all of Scott’s loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. I hope you find comfort in the memories you shared and in knowing how deeply he was admired and loved. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Thankful I had the honor of knowing Scott. His kindness and willingness to help others was truly infectious. I am so grateful to him for helping my family a few years ago which resulted in us all being united together in FL. He will always hold a special place in our families hearts. Covering the Hodge's family in prayers and lifting them as they remember this very special man.

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God bless you, Krista, and family. He is a very kind person and will be missed immensely. May God and the Holy Spirit be with you always. God bless.

Scott was my first cousin and my very best friend growing up. We will always cherish his warmth, beautiful smile and sense of humor. While we are heartbroken, we holdfast to the hope we have in the resurrection of Scott's Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

he was my principal at wildlight elementary, he was always so funny and knew how to put a smile on everyone’s faces. he will truly be missed

i feel so blessed to have spoken with him just 2 weeks aego he5lping me with my pension.always there for me for all so funy never letting me in his office for fear of me complaining of something he always joked with me he made me a better person a better teacher annd a better beleiver in myself you were the greates support for all and will be missed thank you scott for always keeping on

i was blessed to have scott as my mentor at yulee elementary he not only was a great ssuppr abt his smile and love of his staff made me a better teacher and person keep on keeping on thank you

I will cherish always my friendship with Scott. A true gentleman with a strong presence, an infectious laugh and a soft touch. I feel very lucky to have known Scott, and to call him a friend.

Krista and family, my heart goes out to you all during this difficult time. My deepest condolences to you all and my prayers are with you. I was honored to work with Scott for several years at YES. He was a great boss and an inspiration to me and so many. I will always remember him for his dedication and commitment to our community. He had an infectious smile and spirit. If there’s anything I can ever do for you please reach out to me. My prayers are always there for you! 🙏

As my heart searches for the right words to say, my thoughts are filled with how sincere, thoughtful and meaningful

Scott was a very helpful and caring person. My sympathy and prayers for his family at this time.

Mr. Hodges, Always a kind face and smile. We pray you knew the impact you made on so many. You were one of the big reasons for our move from Maryland to Florida and we were forever thankful. Thank you for always being a kind person, a smile and just ever helpful in any situation. We are praying for the family at this time.

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Dear Mr. Hodges, I am so happy that our last interaction was so light hearted and funny! Every year you would receive that same email from me asking about how many.more minutes until I could retire. And, each year, you would tell me to hang in there and how wonderful I was as a teacher. I often reflect back on thos words on my toughest days. Thank you so much for being the person who shared the words I needed. You will be truly missed! Love you always, Mrs. Smiley

Scott was truly a Servant Leader. Over the 24yrs working with Scott, I found him to be honest, caring, and compassionate. Recently when my mother passed away, Scott reached out to say he went to her house when he was a boy to buy shrimp to go fishing. Recently, when I didn't have a ticket to the teacher of the year Gala, Scott found me a ticket but he said " you will be Nancy at the door. Always looking out for others. Someone couldn't attend so he made sure I got a ticket. Our School District has a void. I know I'm going to miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God give you mercy, grace and the peace that surpasses all understanding. Respectfully, Marian Phillips

We so sorry for the loss of our friend Scott. We shared wonderful moments here when he visited us here in Puerto Rico.

Krista, we can't believe it. We pray for you and your family. We're so sorry for your passing. We'll cherish the memories of our visit to the farm in Puerto Rico and our pleasant moments. Wow...it hurts so much. We love you, Ely and Nelson.

The consummate professional and a most loyal friend, Scott will be missed by all who knew him. I am forever grateful for the many acts of kindness he bestowed upon me. Woody and I send our most heartfelt and deepest condolences to his entire family.

I am so sorry to hear of Scott's passing. I just sat down with him back in November 2024, to work on my retirement. He was such a wonderful individual and I had so much respect for him. May you rest in peace, Scott. Gina Hyers-NCSD

Our sincerest condolences to Krista and the entire Hodges family. Scott will forever be remembered as a kind, caring, patient soul. He was the first person to welcome me to YES, and soon, he invited Toby and I to wakeboard on the river. He would run the boat a mile in one direction to scare off the alligators for us. He turned the boat around no less than 87 times to teach us how to wakeboard. He would not leave that day until we stood up. His patience was that of another world. These are memories we will hold forever.

Scott was one of the nicest and most engaging people you could hope to know. If you knew him on any level, you felt his genuine interest in getting to know who you were, listening and helping in any way he could. Whether you were sharing a beer and a laugh, or having a more serious conversation about anything, the comfort level was the same. I wish I could have shared more time with him. He will be missed.

Scott always presented himself and Nassau County Schools in a professional manner. He will be sorely missed as leader, coworker and friend. Our sincere condolences.

Very sorry to hear about this