BLYTHEWOOD – A Blythewood High School student passed away Saturday morning, according to BHS Principal Matt Sherman.
According to Sherman, the male student died of natural causes.
“We are devastated,” Sherman said. ”We’ve been in touch with the family, and we have informed the Blythewood High School family.
“He was a junior, a very good athlete and an excellent student,” Sherman said. “He was a wonderful young man, trusted and really loved by all. This is truly a loss for our school family and for the community.”
Sherman said the school will have support in place for students when school reopens on Tuesday, and that the District will release a statement shortly.
“We are deeply saddened,” BHS football tweeted Saturday evening. “His talent, dedication, & bright spirit made an impact on all… Keep our community in prayer.”
The coroner’s report is expected to be issued on Sunday.
More information will be posted as it becomes available.
