A Reynolds High School student died at Ocean Isle Beach over the weekend while on a school-sponsored trip.
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools officials say the student was part of the Reynolds Robotics Team. The group was visiting the coast on a special school trip.
According to the district, some students went swimming in the ocean during a break Sunday afternoon, when three were caught in a rip current.
The Brunswick Beacon, which covers Ocean Isle Beach, reported that a water rescue call was made around noon. All three students were pulled from the water, but one was unresponsive.
School officials say first responders attempted to resuscitate her, but she did not survive. The student’s name has not been released.
In a statement, Superintendent Tricia McManus said she was “heartbroken by this tragic news.” She said the district would provide any support needed to the family, as well as Reynolds High School students and staff.
Amy Diaz covers education for WFDD in partnership with Report For America. You can follow her on Twitter at @amydiaze.