WHITELAND, Ind. — The Johnson County coroner determined a Whiteland Community High School student drowned as the result of a seizure.
The Johnson County coroner had previously confirmed to 13News that 15-year-old Alaina Dildine died after being pulled from the swimming pool at the high school on May 16. It happened during a physical education class around 11:45 a.m., according to the school.
The coroner also ruled Dildine's manner of death as accidental.
During a press conference on May 17, school officials said they believed Dildine was swimming laps with other students when she "went under a bulkhead" that divides the pool, but added officials are still investigating the incident.
The school claimed there was a lifeguard and instructor on the pool deck when Dildine reportedly went under.
Dildine's exact cause of death won't be known until a completed medical examination, but school officials called the incident an "apparent drowning." The Johnson County coroner said a medical examination has been completed, and an official cause of death would be determined in three weeks.
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office is taking over the investigation.
"This young lady was such a beautiful human who loved her family, friends, her community, art, animals and band," the school said in a statement.
The following statement was also sent to families Tuesday morning:
"It is with great sadness that we inform you that a WCHS student has passed away following a medical emergency at the high school this morning. At this time school and emergency officials are trying to determine exactly what happened."
According to school officials on Wednesday, the student went underwater near a bulkhead separating the pool. There was an instructor and lifeguard present at the time.
The Johnson County Sheriff's Department is investigating the incident, according to the district.
Information on a memorial service for Dildine will be shared at a later time.
A later release from the district said school would be canceled Wednesday at Whiteland Community High School and that counselors are available to help any student who might need support.
"Our deepest sympathies and thoughts are with Alaina’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. We understand that this news is profoundly upsetting for our entire school community, and we are here to support our students, staff, and families as we grieve together," the district wrote.
The school district also provided a document with information about coping with grief and resources to help students and their families deal with their emotions.
Staff will still report to school on Wednesday to prepare for the students' return on Thursday, May 18, according to the district.