It happened around 12:20 p.m. Tuesday.
Police Chief Joe Daly tells Action News that the e-cigarette came in contact with loose change in the student's pocket.
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That caused the malfunction, causing the device to overheat and smoke.
The school was evacuated and police and firefighters were called.
The student suffered a burn to his hand and hip. No one else was hurt.
Classes have since resumed.