Baltimore City Schools is taking steps to strengthen its policy regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as concerns grow among students about potential deportations and immigration raids.
School officials have noted an increase in fear among students related to their immigration status and the possibility of ICE activity in the community. This heightened anxiety has prompted the school system to review and enhance its existing policies to ensure a supportive and safe environment for all students.
The revised policy aims to protect students' rights and to provide clear guidelines on how school staff should respond if ICE agents attempt to enter school premises. The school system emphasizes the importance of maintaining a safe space for learning, free from the fear of immigration enforcement.
City Schools is committed to creating an inclusive atmosphere where every student feels secure, regardless of their immigration status. This initiative reflects the broader efforts to address the needs of vulnerable populations within the school community.
Reported by HarborBeat based on WBAL-TV (source).
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