Executive orders, immigration enforcement policies, and other federal changes are raising questions for educators and the students and families in the school communities we serve. CEA is compiling resources to help educators better understand how to navigate policies and respond to students and families seeking more information.
Resources for Educators
- CEA Legal Bulletin on Executive Orders
- Official State of CT Guidance to K-12 Public Schools Pertaining to Immigration Activities
- NEA: Protecting Public Schools
- NEA Guidance on Educator Speech Rights
- Model Board of Education Resolutions for Safe School Zones
- Immigrant Experience Mental Health Support Directory
- Resource: 10 Strategies to Help Children Impacted by ICE Raids
- Education Attorneys’ Guidance on ICE Enforcement (Shipman & Goodman)
- Intercultural Development Research Association
- Resource: Help for Immigrant Families – Guidance for Schools
- Immigrant Legal Resource Center
Connecticut Trust Act
The Trust Act is Connecticut’s “Sanctuary State” legislation. It restricts law enforcement from helping Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or any federal immigration agents. Read a summary.
Resources for Students and Families
- Family Preparedness Plans (available in English and seven other languages)
- If a family member is detained, contact your
- State Guidance to K-12 Public Schools Pertaining to Immigration Activities
- Information on Questions Relating to Students and Education
- Information on Immigration updates and Legal Processes
- NEA Guidance on ICE Enforcement for Families
- Immigrant Experience Mental Health Support Directory
- Connecticut Coalition for Immigrant Freedom – Common Referral List
Connecticut Trust Act
The Trust Act is Connecticut’s “Sanctuary State” legislation. It restricts law enforcement from helping Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or any federal immigration agents. Read a summary.