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ABC Unified and Hawaiian Gardens discuss protocols, transportation and outreach as families face ICE activity
Summary
ABC Unified School District officials briefed the Hawaiian Gardens City Council on Oct. 8 on legal protections and operational steps the district is using to protect students and families during immigration enforcement activity, including added buses, extended after‑school care and targeted communications.
ABC Unified School District officials told the Hawaiian Gardens City Council on Oct. 8, 2025, that the district follows federal and state law and has implemented communication, transportation and after‑school measures to protect students and families during immigration enforcement activity in the area.
Scott Smith, communications officer for ABC Unified, summarized district policy and law, noting that "Board policy and administrative regulation 51 45.13 states that the board is committed to student success in ensuring every school site is a safe and welcoming place regardless of citizenship or immigration status." He cited Plyler v. Doe and state protections and said the district limits cooperation with immigration enforcement absent a judicial warrant or court order. Smith also referenced AB 699, AB 49 and SB 98 as recently enacted state measures affecting school protocols.
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