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Some Parents Miss Drop-Off in Los Angeles as Immigration Fears Dampen Excitement of First Day of School
Los Angeles Unified School District supports 30,000 immigrant students with new preparedness materials and rapid response teams amid summer immigration raids, officials said.
- Los Angeles students and teachers began the new academic year Thursday amid fears about immigration enforcement near schools.
- These concerns followed increased raids during summer, including a mistaken identity case where a 15-year-old boy with disabilities was handcuffed outside Arleta High School.
- Superintendent Alberto Carvalho announced protective measures like adjusting bus routes, urging enforcement to avoid two-block zones around schools, and distributing family preparedness packets.
- Carvalho emphasized the importance of encouraging attendance despite concerns, noting that virtual enrollment increased by 7%, and that 1,000 district employees were assigned to key areas affected by recent events.
- Educators reported attendance dips and emotional distress, while community groups formed rapid response networks to support families and monitor enforcement activity.
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Los Angeles school year begins amid fears over immigration enforcement
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Educational representatives declared themselves ready to deal with any migration emergency
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