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Immigration Resources

A Commitment to Continue Supporting All PUSD Families

We understand that recent concerns about potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities may be causing fear and uncertainty for some of our families. We care about your well-being and want to reassure you that our schools are safe for all students and staff, regardless of immigration status, background, or personal circumstances. You are a valued part of our school community, and we are committed to providing a welcoming and supportive environment where all students can learn and thrive.
 
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
 

You have the right to remain silent and do not have to discuss your immigration or citizenship status with police, immigration agents, or other officials. Anything you tell an officer can later be used against you in immigration court.

Retrieved from ACLU.org.

If you are not a U.S. citizen and an immigration agent requests your immigration papers, you must show them if you have them with you.

Retrieved from ACLU.org.

If an immigration agent asks if they can search you, you have the right to say no. Agents do not have the right to search you or your belongings without your consent or probable cause.

Retrieved from ACLU.org.

If you’re over 18, carry your papers with you at all times. If you don’t have them, tell the officer that you want to remain silent, or that you want to consult a lawyer before answering any questions.

Retrieved from ACLU.org.

Every student in California has the right to attend public school free from discrimination, harassment, violence, intimidation, and bullying.

(California Education Code [EC] 220, 234, et seq.)

All children in the United States, regardless of immigration or citizenship status, have the right to a free and appropriate public education.

(Plyler v. Doe, 457 U.S. 202 [1982]).

 
 
 
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