Our school district is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for every student. We recognize that this moment may bring questions and concerns for some families, particularly around immigration status and what federal immigration policies may mean for their daily lives.

 

We understand that some members of our community face challenges, including families with loved ones who are undocumented or navigating immigration-related issues. Our focus remains where it belongs: supporting and educating every child who comes through our doors. We take our ongoing commitment to the safety, privacy, and well-being of our students and families seriously.

 

Our guiding principle is clear and consistent: we will do everything we can to protect the privacy, safety, and rights of our students and families, while complying with immigration enforcement only to the extent required by law.

•  We will not allow immigration-enforcement officers on campus unless they present a signed judicial warrant or demonstrate exigent circumstance
• We will not share personal information about students or families for immigration-enforcement purposes unless required by a court order or judicial subpoena
• Our staff will not collect or keep information about the citizenship status of students or their families

 

Federal and state law provide the right for all children—regardless of immigration or citizenship status— to a public education without discrimination, harassment, violence, or intimidation. We are also committed to the Board Resolution Affirming Support of Students and Families Regarding Immigration Enforcement Actions at Schools.

Keep this resource at hand: 

Rapid Response Network, a 24-hour multilingual hotline in place to investigate possible ICE activities in the community, provides factual information about potential sightings and supports individuals through ICE encounters. (408) 290-1144 or Rapid Response Network | Amigos de Guadalupe 

Know your rights: 

“Know Your Rights” Guide for Students and Families in English and Spanish

Santa Clara County Free/Low Cost Legal Help Red Cards / Tarjetas Rojas | Immigrant Legal Resource Center | ILRC

Update your child’s emergency contact information at school: 

In your child’s emergency contact information at school, please identify a trusted adult guardian who can care for your child if you are detained as a secondary contact. 

Our commitment is to support our school communities with accurate information and a steadfast focus on student and family well-being. Thank you for your trust and partnership. 

For guidance on how to prepare your family, please review How to Make a Family Preparedness Plan.

Policies to protect students

Responding to Requests for Access to Schools for Immigration Enforcement Purposes 

1. 1445 Response To Immigration Enforcement, AR   \    1445 Response  BP

Policies regarding Parental Notification of Immigration Enforcement Actions

Immigration Enforcement Response at District Office
Comprehensive Safety Plan

Policies: Gathering and Handling Student and Family Information

1. 5125 Student Records, AR   \    5125 Student Records, BP
2. 5125.1 Release Of Directory Information, AR    \    5125.1 Release Of Directory Information, BP
3. 1340 Access to District Records BP

Policy: Responding to Hate Crimes and Bullying Related to National Origin or Ethnicity

1. 5131.2 Bullying AR /  5131.2 Bullying BP

Law and Policy Resources

 

California Attorney General Resources: Guide for Students and Families and Quick Reference for School Officials.

 

Penal Code 626.7: Allows an administrator or designee to remove a person from campus who is causing a disruption.

AB 49: Prohibit immigration enforcement from school campuses

SB 98: Immigration enforcement notification