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Richfield district says federal enforcement presence cut attendance, launched 800‑student temporary virtual program
Summary
Superintendent Yudnowsky told legislators that federal enforcement activity since Dec. 1 led to a rise in absences (from ~10% to ~25% absent), prompted an 800‑student temporary virtual program and food distribution, and caused 30 students to leave the district; legislators asked for data and proposed housing and rental‑assistance measures.
District officials told state lawmakers at a Feb. 2 study session that increased federal enforcement activity in Richfield has had an immediate operational impact on schools.
"Since December 1, there has been a very significant ICE or federal agent presence in Richfield, which has had very significant impact on us," Superintendent Yudnowsky said. He told legislators the district launched a temporary virtual program that enrolled about 800 students—roughly 20% of the district—because daily attendance shifted from about 90% present to about…
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