Education law – United States

  • Chicago’s Immigration Enforcement Surge Caused Thousands of Student Absences, New Report Warns

    Chicago, IL – March 6, 2026 – A new report by Kids First Chicago and the Coalition for Authentic Community Engagement reveals that federal immigration enforcement actions in fall 2025 triggered a sharp drop in school attendance, with thousands of students—particularly English Learners—missing class due to fear and safety concerns. Titled Protecting Student Learning in…