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Immigration Fears Disrupt LA School Openings as Parents Skip Drop-Offs

Immigration Fears Disrupt LA School Openings as Parents Skip Drop-Offs

Immigration Fears Disrupt LA School Openings as Parents Skip Drop-Offs The start of the new academic year in the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has been marred by widespread fear among immigrant families, leading to noticeable absences on the first day of classes. Despite the usual excitement, a significant number of parents opted to miss drop-offs due to ongoing immigration enforcement actions and recent incidents. The trepidation follows increased immigration raids throughout the summer and a particularly concerning event…

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LAUSD Grapples with Immigration Fears as New School Year Kicks Off

LAUSD Grapples with Immigration Fears as New School Year Kicks Off

LAUSD Grapples with Immigration Fears as New School Year Kicks Off As the new academic year commences, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the nation’s second-largest, is confronting widespread fear and anxiety among students and families due to ongoing immigration enforcement actions. Despite reassurances from district officials, the specter of raids has notably impacted school attendance, particularly on the first day of classes. Teachers like Jennifer Cortez from Brooklyn Avenue School are actively working to mitigate these fears, displaying…

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