Video: Birmingham stabbing: headteacher pays tribute to Christina Edkins The headteacher of Christina's school, Neil Shaw, paid tribute to the pupil. We are extremely saddened to hear the news today of Christina's death in Birmingham. She was a bright and popular student, much loved by staff and students alike. She will be greatly missed by this school. Our thoughts and hearts go out to her family and anyone who knew her. Christina Edkins, 16, who was fatally stabbed on a bus in Birmingham (Photo: PA)