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Board briefed on ICE/immigration protocol; district emphasizes sanctuary protections and supports for families
Summary
District leaders presented an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protocol reaffirming Oregon’s sanctuary‑promise obligations, limiting enforcement access to school premises absent a warrant, and noting supports and community legal resources for families who may be affected.
District leaders presented an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protocol at the Parkrose SD 3 work session and reiterated that Oregon’s sanctuary‑promise law and district direction generally restrict enforcement agents from school grounds unless they present a warrant.
Staff said district practice is to route student information requests through the superintendent’s office, to deny entry by enforcement agents who lack a warrant, and to protect a student’s right to attend school regardless of immigration status. The presentation noted that directory information remains public under law and that the district must follow formal processes for records requests.
Officials acknowledged community concerns about workplace raids and other enforcement activity that can leave children without caregivers; staff said they are coordinating with regional partners to identify resources and “know your rights” legal clinics and to prepare district responses when families face these circumstances. The superintendent urged proactivity in providing resources and communications so families and staff know where to go for legal help and how the district intends to respond.
Board members asked about operational details for public events, bus stops and after‑school activities; staff said they would continue outreach and provide materials in multiple languages and that the district will share event‑safety guidance and partner resources for immigrant families.
No formal policy vote was taken at the work session; staff said the protocol is intended as operational guidance for employees and would be implemented in coordination with partners.
