Boston Latin Academy student with meningitis dies

Channel 4 reports the seventh grader, who fell ill Friday and was hospitalized the same day with meningitis, died today.

Mayor Tom Menino and School Superintendent Carol Johnson issued statements:

"At this difficult time our hearts ache for the family and friends of this young student," said Mayor Thomas M. Menino. "We mourn her loss and join with the Boston Latin Academy in this hour of grief."

"Tonight, the entire Boston Public Schools community mourns the loss of one of our students," said Superintendent Carol R. Johnson. "We send our most sincere condolences to those who loved her. We have assembled a team of counselors who are ready to work with the Boston Latin Academy community in the difficult days ahead."