This is the headteacher of Epsom College who was found dead with her husband and seven-year-old daughter on the grounds of the school. The playful, obstinate and courageously humorous tone of Zephaniah’s writing shines through … hilarious and later heartbreaking’ Guardian In a statement, the group said: “Some people have a light that shines from within, and Marelle’s talent shone through that aura and she followed her dream by doing drama and music studies at university. It is tragic that her young life has ended too soon.”

The family's next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers while an investigation is now under way to establish the circumstances of their deaths. Surrey Police said they are confident this is an isolated incident with no third-party involvement. I thought he handled it pretty well, especially because of how difficult it is to write about something like this while getting the emotions right and not painting a picture that’s inconsistent with the way that people behave in reality. He also showed how different people grieve in different ways. In December, she told pupils she had bought a Labrador named Bella to live with them within the school grounds. Emma told the school's podcast: “In terms of transition it’s been a really big change for my family. We’ve moved house - we’ve bought a dog.This is a really interesting story. The point of view this is told from is interesting, and I love the idea of this as a story, especially for the YA age group. I think it covers an outlet of grief for someone that you don't particularly know well in a approachable manner, and even covers the idea of an alternative therapy to, well, therapy as an outlet. David Almond's The Fire-Eaters takes similar notions of class, violence and family environment, but gives them a magic realism twist. A headteacher, her husband and child have been found dead on the school's ground, local police have said.

And what an opening again. Zephaniah's control of language is deceptively simple and incredibly strong. As a poet, he knows when and how to use rhythm, clearly. But here, in this incredible hook of an opening paragraph, he shows that he understands and can effectively communicate to a whole generation of young people - the bright but also the less articulate, the socially aware but also the sheltered. These are short sentences with simple words but they punch way above their emotional weight. Every frame of reference is an adolescent's frame of reference - personal emotion, social standing, PE, even computers. Every child in every class up and down the land will understand this paragraph. No one will feel patronised by it, confused by it, or lectured by it. If I could write one paragraph as effective as this one just once in my life, I'd die happy.

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We will all miss her so much. She was a lovely, kind, diligent and considerate person who loved and made time for everyone.

Además, a lo largo de la lectura van apareciendo varias mujeres en algún sentido rotas que ponen demasiada confianza en este chico de 15 años. No sé si se entiende que no está tan bueno que tres personas ADULTAS se apoyen tanto en el ánimo que les da un ADOLESCENTE... I worked with Marelle 15yrs ago and she was a vibrant and special woman. She arranged a birthday party for me and made me a CD of her singing and I’d known her less than a week by then. (such a Marelle thing to do! Those who know her won’t be surprised by this!). We are providing her family with support at this incredibly difficult time as our investigation to establish the full circumstances continues." I looked out of the dining-hall window and saw my mother talking to a newspaper reporter. The reporter gave her a business card and she pushed her way to the front of the crowd and identified herself to the police who were guarding the school gate. As soon as my mother saw me she raced towards me. She’s small, but she’s strong, and when she put her arm around me and squeezed me she almost took my voice away. I could feel the relief in her voice.Inspector Jon Vale, Epsom and Ewell's borough commander, said: "We're aware that this tragic incident will have caused concern and upset in the local community. While this is believed to be an isolated incident, in the coming days our local officers will remain in the area to offer reassurance to students, parents, teachers and the local community. Emma was a wonderful teacher, but most of all she was a delightful person. In time we will commemorate Emma and her family, in the appropriate way, and in line with the wishes of her family. She told the Daily Record: “Marelle has been a much-loved member of our school community since her probationary year more than six years ago and has taught many year groups throughout her time at the school. I would like to thank the school and the community for their understanding and patience while the investigation continues."