The tranquil community of Bois d’Inde in Jacmel has been plunged into profound mourning following the tragic death of 10-year-old Amelia Isidore, who succumbed to a medical emergency during a routine Physical Education class at her school earlier this week.
According to preliminary reports, the young student experienced a sudden health crisis while participating in regular school activities, prompting immediate intervention from school personnel. Despite rapid transportation to a medical facility where emergency teams administered extensive lifesaving measures, Isidore could not be revived.
The devastating incident has triggered an outpouring of grief throughout the close-knit community and drawn an official response from Saint Lucia’s Minister for Education, Kenson Casimir. In a carefully worded statement shared via social media, Minister Casimir expressed profound sorrow while emphasizing the need for cautious deliberation pending formal investigations.
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Amelia Isidore, a young scholar at Roseau Combined School,” Casimir stated. “As the details surrounding this tragedy remain subject to verification, the ministry will await conclusive findings from both medical and legal authorities before making definitive pronouncements.”
The Education Minister extended spiritual condolences to the bereaved family, classmates, educators, and all affected by the loss, invoking divine comfort during this period of unimaginable grief. Community members have similarly mobilized support networks, with one resident noting the particular poignancy of losing someone so young amidst recent community losses.
Isidore, remembered by those who knew her as exceptionally kind, joyful, and affectionate, attended Roseau Combined School where she had built meaningful relationships with staff and peers alike. The school administration has reportedly implemented counseling services to help students and faculty process the traumatic event.