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PDE Says Schools Should Review Policies as ICE Activity Near Campuses Is Reported
Summary
Lawmakers asked whether undocumented and immigrant students remain entitled to public education and what guidance PDE provides on immigration-enforcement activity near schools; PDE said state constitutional obligations and departmental values have not changed and advised districts to consult legal counsel and their policies.
Representative Guzman asked the Department of Education on Feb. 24 whether Pennsylvania's constitutional obligation to "provide for the maintenance and support of a thorough and efficient system of public education" includes undocumented children and what districts should do if ICE agents appear on or near campuses.
"Yes," Secretary Rowe responded when asked whether the constitution requires the General Assembly to provide for public education. When asked…
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