3.04pm - Gloucestershire school announces tragic death of sixth form student
STUDENTS and teachers at Cleeve School in Cheltenham are mourning the loss of popular sixth former Laurence Taverner, 17, from Woodmancote, who died yesterday.
The school today released the following statement:
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Cleeve School
Cleeve School is saddened by the tragic death of Laurence Taverner.
Laurence was a well-liked Year 13 student, described by his friends as someone who was, 'popular, kind and one of the most polite boys in school'.
Laurence was studying for A Levels in Art, Human Biology and Film Studies.
Outside the classroom he had a keen interest in music and played bass guitar in a band.
He had a passion for art which he pursued in and outside the classroom.
Laurence was an avid basketball player and participated in school and local teams.
Headteacher, Allen McConaghie, said: "Everyone at Cleeve School is shocked and saddened by the tragic death of this well-liked student.
"Laurence was a creative young man and a talented musician and artist who was loved by his many friends. "His loss is a dreadful shock to us all. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time."
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by amy, cheltenham
Monday, May 04 2009, 8:16PM
“7months since we all found out!! seems like yesturday!! missing you alot buddy!! ur still the brightest star in the sky and forever there u will remain!!
love you xx”
by Sofie Year 7, Bishops Cleeve, Pupil at Cleeve
Tuesday, January 13 2009, 7:19PM
“I didn't know loz myself but my sixth form friends did so i got to see him once or twice but never knew him that well. im sure all his family were devastated and should of been given so much privacy and im sorry they didnt. Im so sorry about his death but all that is left now is photos, memories, and the good times u had with him. xxx”
by Jake P Year 8, cheltenham
Sunday, November 09 2008, 8:29PM
“I Didnt Really Know Him But He Sounds Cool :) I Heard The Fatal News When My Tutor Read It Out In Tutor Pierod Its Sooo Sad That A Student Has Died R.I.P Laurence”
by Sophia, Cheltenham
Saturday, September 13 2008, 11:21AM
“I knew Loz 6 or 7 years ago, it must've been. He was in my year at primary school. He was great to know, and although I didn't know him as a proper friend, he was great to have in my classes. I was very shocked to hear the news and my respects go to the family and other friends that knew him better. I'm sure we'll always be thinking of him, and I hope he rests in peace. <3”
by Ashleigh, Cheltenham
Friday, September 12 2008, 5:21PM
“I was a friend of Loz and I miss him dearly. We didn't speak much but even when we did he always brightened up my day. Gonna miss him lots, but I'll always think of him when I look at the stars.”