As the Administration Changes, Will Fear Keep Newcomer Students From Schools?

As the Trump administration hands over to the Biden administration, unease and uncertainty permeate the hearts of DACA students and their undocumented families. For years during the former presidency, raids and deportations cast a shadow over education, eroding trust and fostering fear. Now, on the precipice of a change in leadership, some immigrant families harbor apprehension about whether schools will remain welcoming spaces where their children can thrive, or if the specter of enforced removals will once again haunt the hallways. The fate of these young learners hinges on the policy decisions and messaging emanating from the White House, which will either assuage or exacerbate their fears.

Child care centers were off limits to immigration authorities. How that’s changed

In the realm of child care, a sanctuary once stood—child care centers, a haven where immigration authorities held sway. But the tides have shifted, casting a shadow over this once-safe haven. The invisible barrier that once shielded young minds from the harsh winds of immigration enforcement has been breached, leaving the sanctuary precariously exposed. This policy shift has sent ripples of uncertainty through the hearts of immigrant families, raising questions about the safety of their children and the future of their dreams.