Schools Prepare to Shield Undocumented Students from Trump's Immigration Policies

Educators and advocates are bracing for potential changes to immigration enforcement as Trump’s second term approaches, raising concerns about student safety and privacy.

• Trump's incoming administration has pledged mass deportations, raising fears of family separations and increased immigration enforcement, including at schools.
• K-12 schools and colleges are reviewing policies to protect undocumented students, emphasizing privacy rights under federal laws like FERPA.
• Educators are training staff to handle interactions with immigration officials and to support undocumented students and families facing heightened anxiety.
• Concerns have been raised about the potential misuse of student data, such as FAFSA information, for immigration enforcement purposes despite existing confidentiality protections.
• School districts in states like California and Arizona are adopting or renewing 'safe zone' policies to limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities on school grounds.

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