Fairfield-Suisun Teacher Dies After Brief Hospital Stay

SOLANO COUNTY, CA -- A public school teacher who worked at the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District's Public Safety Academy passed away over the weekend. School district superintendent Kris Corey confirmed that 40-year-old Tori Ridosh died after a short hospital stay.

Ridosh was originally hired by the district in 2002 and taught at Bransford and Tolenas elementary schools along with Sullivan Middle School before starting to teach at the academy in 2012, Corey said.

"It's been a challenging situation," Corey said. "Nothing ever prepares you for it."

"We've notified our families and our staff. Our hearts go out to her husband and son," Corey said.

Corey said the Public Safety Academy -- described on its website as a school for fifth through 12th graders interested in future careers as first responders -- is a tight-knit community. Counselors have been available
for students and staff after Ridosh's death.

The district starts school on Aug. 16.

Corey advised any students or staff that needs counseling to reach out to the district for support.

By Bay City News Service

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