This is just so tragic - I really don't know what to say. A few of my students have died over the years - car accidents, illness, suicide - but it seems so much more tragic given he was so young. School must have been a very sombre place, but young children bounce back very quickly. They are so innocent that they will be able to focus on the happy times, not the what might have beens, which plague grown ups more. I'm so glad that your school is doing all it can to help with the grieving process.


Your stomach will be in knots - shock can make things very unsettled, so try not to worry, there's nothing physically wrong. It will be tough for a while but time will heal. I can only send my heartfelt condolences to all at your school and especially this poor little boy's family. They must be devastated.


Take care.