From the Executive Office of Education, Massachusetts Department of Elementary Education, and Office of the Attorney General:
Upholding the Rights of Immigrant Students to Enroll in Schools: Guidance for School Committees and Districts
Available in English, Chinese, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Spanish and Vietnamese
This document provides guidance on upholding state and federal laws that require all school-aged children to enroll in school, regardless of immigration status. It includes reminders about ensuring that district enrollment policies and practices, including documentation requirements, do not prohibit or discourage families from enrolling in school.
From the Office of the Massachusetts Attorney General:
Information for schools on ICE requests for access or information
This page on the State’s website outlines the rights and obligations of teachers and administrators in public K-12 schools in Massachusetts with respect to requests for access or information by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Please note that we are expecting updated guidance from the Attorney General soon.
From the Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition’s extensive resources, including:
Know Your Rights presentations, handouts, and other materials (available in English, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, and Spanish)
Immigration Advocate Legal Helpline for Massachusetts-based providers