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Fresno High student dies after collapsing during PE class, district officials say

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  • Fresno High student collapsed during PE and died after hospital transport.
  • Fresno Unified confirmed death and issued a statement to the school community.
  • District provided no further details as officials and family process the loss.

UPDATE: Fresno High student who died after collapsing during PE class identified

A Fresno High School student died Monday afternoon after collapsing during a physical education class.

Emergency personnel responded to the school after receiving a call at 12:23 p.m., police said.

Fresno Unified School District confirmed the death and said the student passed out during PE.

The student was taken to a hospital, where they were later pronounced dead.

In a news release, the district said the student collapsed during the class but did not provide additional details.

“Our hearts are with the student’s family, friends and the entire school community during this incredibly difficult time,” the district said.

This story was originally published March 9, 2026 at 8:40 PM.

Anthony Galaviz
The Fresno Bee
Anthony Galaviz writes about sports for The Fresno Bee. He covers the Las Vegas Raiders, high schools, boxing, MMA and junior colleges. He’s been with The Bee since 1997 and attended Fresno City College before graduating from Fresno State with a major in journalism and a minor in criminology. Support my work with a digital subscription
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