The memorial service for Kevin Cumming will take place at 2pm on Wednesday 10th April at the St. Nicholas Methodist Churh, Topsham in Devon.
Donations in memory of Kevin for Axe Valley Academy can be made at the service or c/o Peter Frank Turl, Funeral Directors, 16 Victoria Road, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0EU.
We were informed of the sad passing of Kevin Cumming this week. Kevin was assistant head teacher at the Axe Valley academy in Devon, where he was a much loved and valued member of staff for the past 23 years, having initially joined as head of ICT.
Kevin is fondly remembered by his contemporary and recent OC’s President Steve Knibbs, as well as our current President Simon Smith.
It’s clear from the tributes on-line that he was a highly regarded member of staff, held in great affection by both the teaching body and students alike. For now, you can read those on the Axe Academy front-page here and on Facebook in the embedded link below.
We are delighted to let you know that our Annual Dinner will take place on Saturday 23rd March 2024 at the Crypt School. The price of the event will be £36.50 for members, £39.50 for non-members and £25.00 for current sixth formers/students/21 & under. There will also be a bar (cards or cash) for pre-dinner drinks and wine to accompany the meal. The dress code will be smart casual.
The guest speaker will be Rob Holliday (1970-77). Rob has had a varied career in aviation as an Airline Captain and Flight Safety Manager. He also found time to represent GB at rowing, winning medals in the World Championships.
Our AGM will also be held on the above date, details of which will follow in the coming month. The timings for the evening will be;
6:15 pm AGM 6:45 pm Drinks 7:30 pm Annual Dinner
If you wish to attend please visit our dedicated website page here, where you can provide us with all the necessary details and pay securely with debit or credit card, powered by SquareUp payments. This route will reduce our administration burden and is the quickest way to sign-up.
Last year we welcomed 75 of you and we look forward to building on the success of that event this year. Please feel free to circulate this invitation to others you are still in touch with so we can make this an event to remember.
Gloucester Rotary Club’s Santa Fun Run, organised by our incoming President Matt Cass, had over 500 people dressed as Santa (and elves) who took over Kings square on 9th December; and what a sight they were running through the centre of Gloucester.