Jaden Acheson died following an Erie County utility vehicle collision over the weekend. The incident took the life of the Margaretta High School sophomore.
The fatal accident happened on Oct. 10. It occurred in the 1100 block of Martins Point Rd. Officials reported the location.
Acheson will be honored at a vigil. The gathering is set for Margaretta High School at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14.
“The loss of a young life is a tragedy that words cannot adequately express. Our entire school district is grieving, and our hearts go out to the student’s family, friends, classmates, teachers, and all those whose lives were touched by this student,” posted school officials on Facebook.
Counselors will be at the school. They plan to help any students and staff members.
Public school districts routinely deploy trained counselors following sudden student deaths. These professionals assist grieving peers and staff. Erie County schools coordinate these resources during emergencies.
Support remains available at the campus.
