The Marysville School District has received several questions about the district’s protocols in the event that immigration enforcement comes to any of our campuses. So far, we have not had this happen at any of our schools; however, we are aware of reports of enforcement in the area.
First, district policy prohibits the use of school resources to aid in immigration enforcement on district property, as well as the use of district resources for enforcement actions against students, families, staff, or volunteers. Additionally, Marysville School District does not grant permission for any person engaging in – or intending to engage in – immigration enforcement, including surveillance, to access the nonpublic areas of Marysville School District facilities, property, equipment, databases, or otherwise on school grounds or their immediate vicinity.
Protocols for Staff
The district’s immigration enforcement policy also outlines clear protocols for staff in the event that immigration enforcement comes to any of our schools. You can read more here: https://app.eduportal.com/documents/view/859806
Outlined below is the process in basic terms, for those who prefer not to review the full details.
If an immigration enforcement officer arrives and requests access to MSD property, staff, or students, the staff member who receives the initial request may not grant that access, and must immediately refer the enforcement individual to their main building principal or administrator, who will then verify the officer’s credentials (name, agency, badge number) and record the purpose of the visit.
The district requires a valid court order or judicial warrant for any student contact, school entry, or arrest. Only the Superintendent or legal counsel can grant final access after reviewing all information; they will then notify the Principal of the decision. The district will make reasonable efforts to notify parents/guardians of any immigration enforcement actions involving their student, as permitted by FERPA.
Finally, undocumented children in Washington have the same right to attend public schools as all other children. This right comes from the U.S. Supreme Court decision Plyler v. Doe and is fully supported by Washington State. (OSPI – Immigrant Students’ Rights)
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your building principal.
Thank you.