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Woodburn board reaffirms 'safe and welcoming schools' and updates immigration engagement protocol
Summary
The board adopted Resolution 25‑009 unanimously to reaffirm commitments to non‑discrimination and to incorporate protocols on engagement with federal immigration agents into administrative rules; the resolution calls for training and multilingual resources.
The Woodburn School District board voted to adopt a revised resolution (25‑009) reaffirming the district’s commitment to maintaining safe and welcoming schools for all students and families. The updated text incorporates administrative‑rule language outlining protocols for how the district will engage with federal immigration agents and strengthens commitments to multilingual resources and collaboration with state and local advocates.
Board members said changes incorporated lessons from other districts and from the OSBA conference. The resolution restates a non‑discrimination clause and adds whereas‑language noting that recent national events and political climate have caused anxiety for some families; the resolution pledges to work with the Oregon Department of Education and community advocates to provide training and resources about immigrant rights and well‑being.
Superintendent Larios and board members described the update as clarifying existing practice and increasing transparency. The board adopted the resolution by voice vote (recorded as 4 to 0). The newly adopted resolution will be posted with the district’s administrative rules and is intended to assure families the district will safeguard learning environments regardless of immigration status.
No formal policy reversal or new enforcement powers were announced; the resolution emphasizes coordination, training and resource availability rather than new disciplinary or operational authorities.
