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5th grade teacher, student die during field trip to nature reserve

5th grade teacher, student die during field trip to nature reserve

Summary

A fifth-grade teacher and a student died during a school field trip to the MacBride Nature Recreation Area in Iowa. Authorities found their bodies in the Coralville Reservoir, and the cause of their deaths is still being investigated.

Key Facts

  • The teacher, Hannah Jorgensen, was 24 years old and taught fifth grade at Borlaug Elementary School.
  • The student, Ahmed Osman, was 10 years old.
  • Their deaths occurred on Tuesday during the trip to the nature reserve near Iowa City.
  • The Johnson County Sheriff's Office received a call about two people in the water near the Coralville Reservoir spillway.
  • Jorgensen's body was found on Tuesday, and Osman's was found the next day.
  • The school district expressed grief and is providing counselors to support students and staff.
  • Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds offered condolences and support to the school community.
  • The investigation into what caused the deaths is ongoing.
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