SINGAPORE: A St Joseph's Institution (SJI) International student has died while on an overseas school trip, the school said in a statement issued late on Friday (Nov 8).
"It is with deep sadness that we confirm the passing of one of our students during a recent overseas school research trip. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the family during this difficult time," said Dr Michael Johnston, the school's chief executive officer.
"Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the family during this difficult time. The school community is mourning our tragic loss, and we are providing all possible support to the family.
"Out of respect for the family’s privacy, please understand that we are unable to share further details at this time," he added.
According to SJI International's website, the school offers outdoor education programmes – termed "expeditions" – for its elementary and high school sections.
The school did not address questions asked by CNA on how old the student was and how the death occurred. It also did not state which country the students had travelled to.
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"It is with deep sadness that we confirm the passing of one of our students during a recent overseas school research trip. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the family during this difficult time," said Dr Michael Johnston, the school's chief executive officer.
"Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the family during this difficult time. The school community is mourning our tragic loss, and we are providing all possible support to the family.
"Out of respect for the family’s privacy, please understand that we are unable to share further details at this time," he added.
According to SJI International's website, the school offers outdoor education programmes – termed "expeditions" – for its elementary and high school sections.
The school did not address questions asked by CNA on how old the student was and how the death occurred. It also did not state which country the students had travelled to.
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