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Hacienda La Puente Unified superintendent offers reassurances, resources after regionwide immigration enforcement
Summary
Superintendent addressed community anxiety following local immigration enforcement, outlined virtual summer learning options, immigration support resources and temporary lighting plans for Wilson Stadium after electrical theft.
The Hacienda La Puente Unified School District superintendent opened the June 12 meeting with a message aimed at families shaken by recent immigration enforcement activity in Los Angeles, saying the district would reaffirm its commitment to keep schools welcoming and provide resources for affected students and families.
Superintendent Dr. Jimenez said the district was aware that “many in our community at this time may be facing anxiety, fear, and uncertainty” and pointed listeners to updated immigration-support resources on the district website and a district phone line for enrollment and assistance (626-933-3401). He also described virtual summer-school options available for middle- and high-school students, including a Mount Saint Mary partnership that allows some remote course completion.
The superintendent also addressed facilities concerns related to Wilson Stadium, saying an electrical-wire theft had delayed permanent repairs and that the district was working with its insurer to cover temporary lighting so fields could continue to be used. “We are working through that process currently with our insurance company because they will cover part of those costs,” he said.
Why it matters: Trustees and staff told residents the district’s communications and support programs aim to keep campuses safe and to maintain instructional continuity for summer programs while addressing immediate community fears. The public hearing calendar that followed the update brought several members of the public who urged strengthened communication and more frontline support for students.
In the meeting, the board and cabinet also performed a formal land acknowledgement recognizing the Gabrielino peoples and the district’s obligation to rebuild relations with indigenous communities. The meeting reconvened after a brief recess for the pledge of allegiance and other routine items.
What’s next: The district said it will continue to publish updates on the school website, provide community phone support, and follow up with schools on summer enrollment and temporary field-lighting plans. The board will discuss the district’s LCAP (Local Control and Accountability Plan) and next year’s budget in coming meetings.
