Rockland-area schools are closed this week after a tragic accident that took the life of one of their students.

Maine Student Died After Being Hit By a School Bus in Rockland

The incident happened on Friday afternoon at the intersection of Eliza Steele Drive and Broadway in Rockland.

An RSU 13 student was critically injured when they were struck by a school bus. Rockland Police say the child received prompt medical attention, but later succumbed to their injuries.

This crash remains under investigation.

Maine's RSU 13 Cancels Classes for the Week After Student Death

Superintendent John McDonald informed RSU 13 families in a letter that school would not be held on Monday, November 24, and Tuesday, November 25.

Classes will resume on December 1st. Photo by Kamaruld Salleh on

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