In Plymouth, the message said: “We understand the concern many families have regarding potential immigration enforcement actions. We will not allow ICE agents access to our facilities without a criminal judicial warrant signed by a federal judge.” And this message, from Superintendent of Schools, Christopher Campbell was sent on January 27th to the parents of Plymouth Public School students. This, because school officials noted the declining attendance of certain groups of students.
WATD’s Bobbi Clark has more..
Superintendent of Schools Christopher Campbell says his message was one of support:
“There’s been a lot of concern—fear, amongst our immigrant families, and the students, fearful of coming to school, fearful that they may be abducted in school or taken into custody. So we wanted to be clear about our commitment to a safe and supportive environment in school for all students, our families, our staff.”
Campbell says school officials saw a decline in attendance…
“…of certain groups of students, particularly students who are multi-lingual learners. I think there’s some fear and apprehension among certain parts of our community—because they don’t know what’s going to happen.”
And what happens relative to student records is…
“…we don’t share student records with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents—unless required by a valid judicial order. We would not allow ICE agents to access our facilities, again, without that judicial warrant. Our principals and administrators have received clear guidance on this utilizing the guidance from the Attorney General’s office.”
The Plymouth Public School District has over 7000 students and includes eight elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools.
In Plymouth, Bobbi Clark, WATD News.
