Editor's note: Este artículo está traducido al español.
Clark County School District Board member Brenda Zamora said there have been rumors of immigration enforcement that appears to be affecting school attendance.
While she didn’t have data of declining enrollment, she said CCSD is reaching out to immigrant families that may be keeping their children home out of fear and reminding them that kids will be safe at school.
“It is no secret that many families who are part of our immigrant community are afraid right now,” Zamora said. “I do want to remind folks and ensure folks that we are protecting our students and our teachers. CCSD is dedicated to providing a free, appropriate public education to all children, regardless of their immigration status, as guaranteed by the United States and