Departments

Response to Immigration

Commitment to a Safe and Welcoming Learning Environment

In the Coronado Unified School District, our primary goal is to provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environment where every student is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their immigration status.

We understand that national conversations about immigration may cause uncertainty. Please be assured that our top priority is the confidentiality, safety, and well-being of every member of our community.

Our District Policies

CUSD does not ask for or collect information regarding the citizenship or immigration status of students or their families. We do not assist with immigration enforcement on school grounds unless legally required.

These values are codified in our Board Policy and Administrative Regulation on Response to Immigration Enforcement.

Important Information for Our Community

To ensure the protection of our students, the District adheres to the following protocols:

Protecting Information: Any staff member receiving a request for information regarding a student’s immigration status is instructed to uphold and protect the legal rights of that student and their family.
On-Campus Inquiries: If an immigration officer approaches you on campus during school hours, please immediately direct them to the Principal or designated school personnel.
Legal Protections: No student information will be disclosed to immigration authorities for enforcement purposes without a court order or judicial subpoena.
Parental Consent: The District must receive consent from parents or guardians before officers may interview or search a student, unless a judicial warrant or subpoena legally restricts such disclosure.
Document Transparency: Staff will provide parents/guardians with copies of any documents provided by an immigration officer, unless prohibited by a subpoena.

We Are Here to Support You

Our administrative staff is available to provide guidance and resources to any family with questions or concerns. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone feels valued and supported.

Resources for Families

Guide for Students and Families on Immigration Enforcement Actions at CA Schools

Guide for Students and Families on Immigration Enforcement Actions at California Schools: This two-page document from the California Attorney General's Office includes information on the right to a free public education, what is and is not required for school enrollment, personal information confidentiality protections, as well as student and family safety information. It is also available in Spanish with plans for additional languages to be added on the Resources for California’s Immigrant Communities webpage from the Office of the Attorney General.

Step-by-Step Family Preparedness Plan

Step-by-Step Family Preparedness Plan: This toolkit from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center goes into detail about different childcare options available in case of an absent parent, where to find trusted immigration services, and how to prepare for contact with an immigration officer.

Red Cards / Tarjetas Rojas

Red Cards / Tarjetas Rojas: These cards from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center are available in 16 languages to help people understand and assert their Constitutional rights.

Know Your Rights if ICE Visits Your House

Know Your Rights if ICE Visits Your House: This flyer from the American Immigration Lawyers Association helps families understand their rights and is available in multiple languages. There are also additional handouts for other scenarios available.

Fact Sheet for Child Welfare and Guardianship Stakeholders

Fact Sheet for Child Welfare and Guardianship Stakeholders: This fact sheet describes Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) policy that allows parents or legal guardians who are arrested or detained by ICE to maintain visitation with their child or incapacitated adult for whom they serve as guardian, coordinate their care, and participate in any related court or child welfare proceedings, without regard to the dependent’s citizenship or immigration status.

San Diego County Office of Education - Immigration Resources

The purpose of the materials linked here is to help school leaders identify the enforcement policies and tactics that have been proposed or enacted, anticipate the potential impacts for school communities, and offer recommendations on how schools may be able to address needs stemming from these impacts.