Immigration Resources

Student Privacy and Immigration Enforcement: What Families Need to Know

The safety, privacy, and well-being of all students in our schools are our highest priorities. We want to ensure families have clear, accurate information about our current policies and the steps our staff take to protect students.

Our Commitment to Student Privacy

All students have the right to a safe and supportive learning environment, free from disruptions and fear.
We follow federal and state laws that protect student records and personal information, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and California Education Code.
School staff will not share student information with outside agencies without the required legal documentation.

County Administrator’s Directive
To ensure student safety and protect the learning environment, the following policies are in effect:

Controlled Access to School Sites
- School personnel must not allow any third party access to a school site without the permission of the site administrator.
- The site administrator will not allow any third party access that would cause disruption to the learning environment.
Immigration Enforcement on School Grounds
- If immigration law enforcement agents approach a school, staff must contact the County Administrator’s Office immediately.
- If any students are involved, parents or guardians will be contacted without delay.
- Our schools will follow all legal requirements while prioritizing student safety and minimizing disruption to learning.

What This Means for Families

You can feel confident that schools will take immediate action to protect your child’s privacy and safety if immigration law enforcement agents request access.
You will be notified right away if your child is involved in any such situation.
Staff are trained to follow established procedures to ensure the safety and rights of all students.

How You Can Stay Informed

Review your school’s handbook and district policies on student privacy.
Keep your contact information up to date in the school’s records so we can reach you quickly in case of an emergency.
If you have concerns or questions, contact your school principal or the District Office.

Our shared goal is to maintain safe, welcoming schools where every student can learn without fear or disruption.

GUIDE FOR FAMILIES

Guide for Families

Where can I get assistance about immigration, health, wellness, or housing?

Contact Inglewood Unified's Student Support Services: (310) 419-2700

Why should I be prepared with a Family Preparedness Plan?

Having a Family Preparedness Plan and updating emergency contact information are important to ensure a trusted adult can take care for your child if you are unable to do so.

What documents should I have readily available in case I am detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)?

Valid work permit or green card if applicable
Government-issued ID from the United States
Red card to assert your right to remain silent
Contact information for someone who can act on your behalf
Proof of at least two years of residency in the United States

What happens if I am detained in an immigration court?

If detained, you may be taken to a detention center. Make sure your family has your A- number (if you have one). They can use the Online Detainee Locator System (ODLS) online.

What are my general rights if I am detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement?

Stay calm and do not run - Running may be used as a reason to stop you.
Do not show false documents - Never lie or give false documents.
You have the right to remain silent - Say clearly, "I am exercising my right to remain silent." You don't have to answer questions about:
- Your immigration status
- Where you were born
- How you entered the U.S.
You have the right to an attorney - The government will not provide one, but you have the right to seek legal counsel before signing any documents.
If stopped outside your home, ask: "Am I free to leave?" If they say yes, walk away calmly.
If Law Enforcement, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), knock on your
door, ask them to slide a judicial warrant under the door. Make sure that the address and information on the judicial warrant is correct and that the warrant is being presented within the specified time period.
If Law Enforcement, including ICE, present to you any document other than a judicial warrant signed by a judge, including an "ICE warrant", you do not have to open the door.

What is a judicial warrant and how is it different from an "ICE warrant"?

A judicial warrant is an official court order signed by a judge or magistrate that authorizes a search of private property, seizure, or arrest based on probable cause that a crime is being committed or has been committed. A judicial warrant will:

- Specify the specific address to be searched
- Specify the time period in which the search must take place
- Particularly describe the place or person, or both, to be searched and things to be seized
- Be issued by a court and signed by a Judge or magistrate

An ICE administrative warrant is a document, issued by a federal agency such as Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), purporting to document their authority to arrest a person suspected of violating immigration laws. These administrative documents are not signed by a neutral magistrate or judge but rather an immigration officer like an ICE agent or immigration judge.

- An ICE administrative warrant is NOT a judicial warrant. ICE administrative warrants do not give ICE officials authority to enter a place where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy, without consent.
- If this happens—state clearly that you do not consent to them entering but do not physically resist. If ICE officials have already entered, then ask them to leave and state that you do not consent to a search.

Click here for an example of a judicial warrant and an ICE administrative warrant.

GUÍA PARA FAMILIAS

Guía para Familias

¿Dónde puedo obtener asistencia sobre inmigración, salud, bienestar o vivienda?
Comuníquese con los Servicios de Apoyo Estudiantil del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Inglewood: (310) 419-2700

¿Por qué debo estar preparado con un Plan de Preparación Familiar?
Tener un Plan de Preparación Familiar y actualizar la información de contacto de emergencia es importante para asegurarse de que un adulto de confianza pueda cuidar de su hijo si usted no puede hacerlo.

¿Qué documentos debo tener disponibles en caso de que sea detenido por el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de EE. UU. (ICE)?

Permiso de trabajo válido o tarjeta de residencia (green card), si aplica
Identificación oficial emitida por el gobierno de los Estados Unidos
Tarjeta roja para ejercer su derecho a guardar silencio
Información de contacto de una persona que pueda actuar en su nombre
Comprobante de al menos dos años de residencia en los Estados Unidos

¿Qué sucede si soy detenido en un tribunal de inmigración?
Si es detenido, puede ser trasladado a un centro de detención. Asegúrese de que su familia tenga su número A- (si tiene uno). Ellos pueden usar el Sistema Localizador de Detenidos (ODLS) en línea.

¿Cuáles son mis derechos generales si soy detenido por el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de EE. UU.?

Mantenga la calma y no corra – Correr puede ser usado como motivo para detenerlo.
No muestre documentos falsos – Nunca mienta ni presente documentos falsos.
Usted tiene derecho a guardar silencio – Diga claramente: “Estoy ejerciendo mi derecho a guardar silencio.” No tiene que responder preguntas sobre:
- Su estatus migratorio
- Dónde nació
- Cómo ingresó a los Estados Unidos
Usted tiene derecho a un abogado – El gobierno no le proporcionará uno, pero usted tiene derecho a buscar asesoría legal antes de firmar cualquier documento.
Si lo detienen fuera de su casa, pregunte: “¿Estoy libre para irme?” Si le dicen que sí, aléjese con calma.
Si las fuerzas del orden, incluyendo el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE), llaman a su puerta, pídales que deslicen una orden judicial por debajo de la puerta. Asegúrese de que la dirección y la información de la orden judicial sean correctas y de que se presente dentro del plazo especificado.
Si las fuerzas del orden, incluyendo el ICE, le presentan cualquier documento que no sea una orden judicial firmada por un juez, incluyendo una "orden del ICE", no tiene que abrir la puerta.

¿Qué es una orden judicial y en qué se diferencia de una "orden del ICE"?
Una orden judicial es una orden oficial firmada por un juez o magistrado que autoriza el registro de propiedad privada, la incautación o el arresto con base en una causa probable de que se está cometiendo o se ha cometido un delito. Una orden judicial:

- Especificará la dirección específica que se registrará
- Especificará el período en el que debe realizarse el registro
- Describirá en particular el lugar, la persona o ambos, que se registrarán y los objetos que se incautarán
- Será emitida por un tribunal y firmada por un juez o magistrado

Una orden administrativa de ICE es un documento emitido por una agencia federal como el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o el Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE), que pretende documentar su autoridad para arrestar a una persona sospechosa de violar las leyes de inmigración. Estos documentos administrativos no están firmados por un magistrado o juez neutral, sino por un oficial de inmigración, como un agente de ICE o un juez de inmigración.

- Una orden administrativa de ICE NO es una orden judicial. Las órdenes administrativas del ICE no autorizan a sus agentes a entrar en un lugar donde exista una expectativa razonable de privacidad sin consentimiento.
- Si esto sucede, indique claramente que no consiente su entrada, pero no se resista físicamente. Si los agentes del ICE ya han entrado, pídales que se retiren y declare que no consiente un registro.

Haga clic aquí para ver un ejemplo de una orden judicial y una orden administrativa de ICE.

Every Child’s Right to Attend School: Key Information for Families

The following documents, issued jointly by the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Department of Education, provide guidance to states, school districts, and parents on the rights of all children to enroll in public schools, regardless of race, color, national origin, or actual or perceived immigration status.

They answer common questions about:

Enrollment procedures and acceptable forms of documentation for residency and age.
The rights of students who are undocumented or have undocumented parents.
Protections for homeless students under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.
Federal legal protections under the Civil Rights Act and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Restrictions on requiring Social Security numbers or immigration documents.
When and how student information can be shared.

The documents emphasize that schools must not use enrollment practices that could discourage participation and must provide language access for parents with limited English proficiency. It also encourages proactive outreach to make families feel welcome and staff training to prevent discrimination.

Request Records through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) or Privacy Act / Solicitar Expedientes a Través de La Ley de Libertad de Información y la Ley de Privacidad

ICE Portal

This site contains important information and resources for any immigrant who has been placed in removal proceedings. / Este sitio contiene información y recursos importantes para cualquier extranjero que haya sido puesto en proceso de expulsión.

Know Your Educational Rights / Conozca sus Derechos Educativos

Legal Resources

(Non-Profit Organizations) / Recursos Legales (Organizaciones Sin Fines de Lucro)