A New Canaan High School senior died Saturday night, according to Superintendent Bryan Luizzi.

In a letter to the community, Luizzi described Elliott Kropf as "a strong student, an excellent athlete, a kind young man, and a wonderful friend." Luizzi expressed condolences to Kropf's family and loved ones.

Classes will operate on a two-hour delay today with counseling services available to students.

The cause of Kropf's death has not been released.