San Dieguito Union High School District

Immigrant Student Supports

All students have a right to be in a public school learning environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, violence, and intimidation. As a district, we value inclusivity and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all students and families, as well as the unique perspectives and experiences they bring to our schools.

We are committed to following the law and providing all students equal access to free public education, regardless of the immigration status of the student or their parents/guardians. Our staff follow Board Policies 5125 and 1250, as well as Administrative Regulations 5145.13 and 1250, to uphold this fundamental right.

RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

While our district cannot provide legal advice or guidance regarding how these laws apply to individual circumstances, we encourage families to access resources and information provided by the CA Office of the Attorney General, as well as the resources below:

- Family Preparedness Plan (Immigrant Legal Resource Center)
  - Emergency Numbers and Important Contact Information Template
  - Important Documents Checklist
  - Caregiver's Authorization Affidavit
  - Know Your Rights
- Legal Resources List for Immigration, Asylum, and Refugee Cases (San Diego County Office of Education)
- Online Detainee Locator System (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement)
- Undocumented Students and Families: The Facts (F3 / ACSA)

SDUHSD RESPONSE TO IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT

Under California law, school officials are not required to allow immigration agents to enter schools without a judicial warrant, according to guidance issued by California Attorney General Rob Bonta.
All staff who are not administrators should not interact with federal agents and should report instances of immigration concerns to their immediate Supervisor, Principal, or Assistant Principal.

For more information, please refer to the following Board Policies and Administrative Regulations:
- Responding to an Officer's Presence: AR 5145.13
- Responding to Student Record Requests: AR 5145.13, BP 5125
- Responding to Detention or Deportation of Parents: AR 5145.13