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Residents urge Cedar Rapids schools to adopt resolution protecting students regardless of immigration status
Summary
Nine public speakers asked the Cedar Rapids Community School District board to adopt a resolution declaring schools safe zones and to direct staff to provide legal and counseling supports for families concerned about immigration enforcement.
Several community members during public comment asked the Cedar Rapids Community School District Board of Education to adopt a formal resolution affirming that district schools are safe, supportive places for students regardless of immigration or citizenship status.
The request was voiced by multiple speakers representing community groups and individual residents. Gretchen Lawyer, who identified herself as an educator and resident, told the board, “The Cedar Rapids Community School District educates students who come to our community from around the world.” She asked the board to “remain committed to ensuring equal protection and safeguarding our students from discrimination based on race, ethnicity, citizenship, immigration status, or natural or…
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