Schools no longer protected from immigration enforcement. Prepare your kids.

[Anonymous]

No one is coming to schools looking for undocumented kids. It’s not going to happen.
Calm down.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Moderator should either lock this thread or ask OP et al to post memo received by staff and teachers, or a news link or other announcements.

Not OP but this is a pretty widely known thing, do you really need sources? Here's a story about Chicago bur there's no reason to think this doesn't apply to MCPS too: https://www.google.com/amp/s/abc7chicago.com/amp/post/chicago-deportation-plans-fears-donald-trump-administration-ice-raids-impacting-little-village-businesses/15822610/

It's even more "widely known" that "they're eating the cats and dogs out there" an "Minneapolis burned to the ground in 2020".

Every time you spread a rumor without cutting your source, you are contributing to this chaotic hellscape.

It's not a rumor. Trump rescinded the "sensitive areas" put in place by Biden which means hospitals, churches, and schools are back on the table for enforcement actions

NP. Right. Trump rescinded a Biden-era rule that disallowed ICE from engaging in arrests or enforcement at schools.

But before Biden passed that rule a few years ago, were ICE raids of schools common? Or did they ever happen? No. Because it doesn't make sense and could potentially violate other laws (all you need is ICE arresting one kid who actually has papers or is even a natural born citizen and you have a huge lawsuit on your hands).

I agree we should be concerned about what Trump is proposing, but rescinding a rule that is only a few years old (and which actually modified rules put in place under Obama, so presumably we are now reverting to Obama-era policy) is not the same thing as announcing a policy to start engaging in ICE raids on public elementary schools.

Take a freaking breath, folks. Talking about this in this way is actually a great way to scare people, even people with legal status, into keeping their kids out of school. Is that what you want? A bunch of Hispanic kids staying home from school because their parents have been told that at any moment, an ICE agent might show up to arrest them? Think.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I teach 100% Hispanic students. Most of them were born in the US. If any of them are picked up at school by ICE, they’ll have to go through me first.

I see you and I thank you for being who you are.

My kids are white citizens but go to school with 98% Hispanic kids. I don’t have any way to know their status but can reasonably assume some of them are undocumented or have parents who are undocumented. The thought of this happening to them AT SCHOOL makes me physically sick. ICE does not belong in elementary schools. I can’t believe this even has to be said. It’s bad for all the kids, not just the undocumented ones (or citizens with undocumented parents).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Moderator should either lock this thread or ask OP et al to post memo received by staff and teachers, or a news link or other announcements.

News link: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-scraps-guidance-limiting-immigration-arrests-near-certain-locations-2025-01-21/

This doesn’t mean that ICE has the resources to go into schools or churches looking for people. They don’t.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Moderator should either lock this thread or ask OP et al to post memo received by staff and teachers, or a news link or other announcements.

Not OP but this is a pretty widely known thing, do you really need sources? Here's a story about Chicago bur there's no reason to think this doesn't apply to MCPS too: https://www.google.com/amp/s/abc7chicago.com/amp/post/chicago-deportation-plans-fears-donald-trump-administration-ice-raids-impacting-little-village-businesses/15822610/

It's even more "widely known" that "they're eating the cats and dogs out there" an "Minneapolis burned to the ground in 2020".

Every time you spread a rumor without cutting your source, you are contributing to this chaotic hellscape.

"Criminals will no longer be able to hide in America’s schools and churches to avoid arrest."

https://www.dhs.gov/news/2025/01/21/statement-dhs-spokesperson-directives-expanding-law-enforcement-and-ending-abuse

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-scraps-guidance-limiting-immigration-arrests-near-certain-locations-2025-01-21/

This is in response to Trump repealing an EO policy of avoiding these arrests in sensitive locations, sensitive because of the people and things occurring in those locations, sensitive because of a worldwide policy of protecting those locations. Can you imagine the image of armed men entering the sanctuary of a church? The image of armed men entering a school classroom and dragging out children? In this country?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Moderator should either lock this thread or ask OP et al to post memo received by staff and teachers, or a news link or other announcements.

News link: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-scraps-guidance-limiting-immigration-arrests-near-certain-locations-2025-01-21/

This doesn’t mean that ICE has the resources to go into schools or churches looking for people. They don’t.

The DHS statement is a stain on our country.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:No one is coming to schools looking for undocumented kids. It’s not going to happen.
Calm down.

Then why make such a bid deal of it and make this disgusting announcement on Day 1? What is the purpose and goal? There is one.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I teach 100% Hispanic students. Most of them were born in the US. If any of them are picked up at school by ICE, they’ll have to go through me first.

I see you and I thank you for being who you are.

My kids are white citizens but go to school with 98% Hispanic kids. I don’t have any way to know their status but can reasonably assume some of them are undocumented or have parents who are undocumented. The thought of this happening to them AT SCHOOL makes me physically sick. ICE does not belong in elementary schools. I can’t believe this even has to be said. It’s bad for all the kids, not just the undocumented ones (or citizens with undocumented parents).

have you ever thought about the impact of having families involved in criminal activities in our schools? What does that do to the school environment where our kids are supposed to learn and grow? It’s concerning to think that our children might be surrounded by influences that aren’t conducive to a healthy and safe learning atmosphere. when resources get stretched by illegal activities, it's our tax dollars that are being diverted. This can take away from the funding and attention that should be supporting our family’s and children’s educational needs.

Here’s what illegal immigrants might be charged with if caught breaking the law:

Illegal Entry (8 U.S.C. § 1325) - For those who enter the U.S. without proper authorization, it’s a misdemeanor with up to 6 months in jail for first timers. Repeat offenses can lead to harsher penalties.

Reentry After Deportation (8 U.S.C. § 1326) - If someone returns to the U.S. after being deported, this felony can result in up to 2 years in prison, more if they have a criminal record.

Visa Fraud (18 U.S.C. § 1546) - Tampering with visa documents is a serious felony, punishable by up to 10 years in prison, and up to 25 years if linked to more severe crimes like drug trafficking or terrorism.

False Asylum Claims - Applying for asylum under false pretenses can lead to serious legal consequences, including charges of perjury or fraud. These are serious offenses that carry hefty penalties including prison time.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I teach 100% Hispanic students. Most of them were born in the US. If any of them are picked up at school by ICE, they’ll have to go through me first.

I see you and I thank you for being who you are.

My kids are white citizens but go to school with 98% Hispanic kids. I don’t have any way to know their status but can reasonably assume some of them are undocumented or have parents who are undocumented. The thought of this happening to them AT SCHOOL makes me physically sick. ICE does not belong in elementary schools. I can’t believe this even has to be said. It’s bad for all the kids, not just the undocumented ones (or citizens with undocumented parents).

have you ever thought about the impact of having families involved in criminal activities in our schools? What does that do to the school environment where our kids are supposed to learn and grow? It’s concerning to think that our children might be surrounded by influences that aren’t conducive to a healthy and safe learning atmosphere. when resources get stretched by illegal activities, it's our tax dollars that are being diverted. This can take away from the funding and attention that should be supporting our family’s and children’s educational needs.

Here’s what illegal immigrants might be charged with if caught breaking the law:

Illegal Entry (8 U.S.C. § 1325) - For those who enter the U.S. without proper authorization, it’s a misdemeanor with up to 6 months in jail for first timers. Repeat offenses can lead to harsher penalties.

Reentry After Deportation (8 U.S.C. § 1326) - If someone returns to the U.S. after being deported, this felony can result in up to 2 years in prison, more if they have a criminal record.

Visa Fraud (18 U.S.C. § 1546) - Tampering with visa documents is a serious felony, punishable by up to 10 years in prison, and up to 25 years if linked to more severe crimes like drug trafficking or terrorism.

False Asylum Claims - Applying for asylum under false pretenses can lead to serious legal consequences, including charges of perjury or fraud. These are serious offenses that carry hefty penalties including prison time.

I would rather have an undocumented kid in class than a poorly parented red pill white kid with a gun

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Cite your sources.

There are many of it here as one

https://abcnews.go.com/amp/Politics/trump-authorizes-ice-target-schools-churches/story?id=117954409

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I teach 100% Hispanic students. Most of them were born in the US. If any of them are picked up at school by ICE, they’ll have to go through me first.

I see you and I thank you for being who you are.

My kids are white citizens but go to school with 98% Hispanic kids. I don’t have any way to know their status but can reasonably assume some of them are undocumented or have parents who are undocumented. The thought of this happening to them AT SCHOOL makes me physically sick. ICE does not belong in elementary schools. I can’t believe this even has to be said. It’s bad for all the kids, not just the undocumented ones (or citizens with undocumented parents).

have you ever thought about the impact of having families involved in criminal activities in our schools? What does that do to the school environment where our kids are supposed to learn and grow? It’s concerning to think that our children might be surrounded by influences that aren’t conducive to a healthy and safe learning atmosphere. when resources get stretched by illegal activities, it's our tax dollars that are being diverted. This can take away from the funding and attention that should be supporting our family’s and children’s educational needs.

Here’s what illegal immigrants might be charged with if caught breaking the law:

Illegal Entry (8 U.S.C. § 1325) - For those who enter the U.S. without proper authorization, it’s a misdemeanor with up to 6 months in jail for first timers. Repeat offenses can lead to harsher penalties.

Reentry After Deportation (8 U.S.C. § 1326) - If someone returns to the U.S. after being deported, this felony can result in up to 2 years in prison, more if they have a criminal record.

Visa Fraud (18 U.S.C. § 1546) - Tampering with visa documents is a serious felony, punishable by up to 10 years in prison, and up to 25 years if linked to more severe crimes like drug trafficking or terrorism.

False Asylum Claims - Applying for asylum under false pretenses can lead to serious legal consequences, including charges of perjury or fraud. These are serious offenses that carry hefty penalties including prison time.

I would rather have an undocumented kid in class than a poorly parented red pill white kid with a gun

This times a million!!!!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Can you post more info/documentation about this? Our school could be very involved but I haven’t heard this and would like to see what you are seeing. There is a real harm of posting unverified claims and making so many people anxious without more info.

Especially now when misinformation and scaring people is the actual point of rumors.

You can Google Department of Homeland Security spokesperson discusses …removing protection to sensitive areas like schools for ice raids.

Pick which source you like the best.

[Anonymous]

Will they target any child who isn’t white?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I teach 100% Hispanic students. Most of them were born in the US. If any of them are picked up at school by ICE, they’ll have to go through me first.

I see you and I thank you for being who you are.

My kids are white citizens but go to school with 98% Hispanic kids. I don’t have any way to know their status but can reasonably assume some of them are undocumented or have parents who are undocumented. The thought of this happening to them AT SCHOOL makes me physically sick. ICE does not belong in elementary schools. I can’t believe this even has to be said. It’s bad for all the kids, not just the undocumented ones (or citizens with undocumented parents).

have you ever thought about the impact of having families involved in criminal activities in our schools? What does that do to the school environment where our kids are supposed to learn and grow? It’s concerning to think that our children might be surrounded by influences that aren’t conducive to a healthy and safe learning atmosphere. when resources get stretched by illegal activities, it's our tax dollars that are being diverted. This can take away from the funding and attention that should be supporting our family’s and children’s educational needs.

Here’s what illegal immigrants might be charged with if caught breaking the law:

Illegal Entry (8 U.S.C. § 1325) - For those who enter the U.S. without proper authorization, it’s a misdemeanor with up to 6 months in jail for first timers. Repeat offenses can lead to harsher penalties.

Reentry After Deportation (8 U.S.C. § 1326) - If someone returns to the U.S. after being deported, this felony can result in up to 2 years in prison, more if they have a criminal record.

Visa Fraud (18 U.S.C. § 1546) - Tampering with visa documents is a serious felony, punishable by up to 10 years in prison, and up to 25 years if linked to more severe crimes like drug trafficking or terrorism.

False Asylum Claims - Applying for asylum under false pretenses can lead to serious legal consequences, including charges of perjury or fraud. These are serious offenses that carry hefty penalties including prison time.

Your children are surrounded by American citizens who are criminals. Are you concerned about that. How about if IRS comes into school and audits your taxes in front of your kids?

Immigrants are less likely to commit a crime than an American citizen.

The things listed above are civil not criminal offenses…. Like driving 60 in a 55.

So no I’m not concerned.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Will they target any child who isn’t white?

Yes. Then they will have to prove citizenship.

Under Trump’s last administration they arrested about 600 US citizens a year and deported about 70 US citizens a year.