Lake Orion Mourns Loss of Student Who Died on Robotics Team Trip to Houston
Lake Orion Mourns Loss of Student Who Died on Robotics Team Trip to Houston
(Oakland County Times, April 21, 2024)
Lake Orion, MI – An 11th grade student from Lake Orion High School died while on a trip to Houston. According to a message sent to parents from Principal Dan Hass, the student was attending the Robotics World Championship. “Our hearts are very heavy as we mourn this loss. Our Crisis Response Team met Sunday night so we will be ready to meet the needs of our students and staff Monday morning.”
The district has partnered with Care Solace to provide professional counselors. He added that “Now more than ever, we need to Protect the Thunder and take care of one another.”
Superintendent Ben Kirby shared a letter to families as well. “It is with deep regret that we inform you about a recent loss to our school,” Kirby wrote. “One of our current high school students suddenly passed away. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to their family and friends.” The teen died April 19.
First Robotics Team 302 posted on their Facebook Page, stating “This has been an incredibly challenging time for our team and community, and we are grateful for the overwhelming support we’ve received. We are prioritizing the privacy of the family right now and will share more when it is appropriate. Thank you for all your understanding and support.”
This story is a work in progress and may be updated as more information is available.
