Immigrant students skip school amid fears of ICE raids: Tri-State attendance drops 50%
Tri-State teachers report a nearly 50% drop in attendance due to growing fears of immigration raids, with immigrant students staying home in response to the nationwide crackdown. Educators describe emotional challenges as students express anxiety over potential deportations. Despite reassurances from local school districts, including Cincinnati Public Schools and Boone County Schools, the uncertainty surrounding immigration enforcement continues to create fear within the community, deeply affecting both students and educators, as reported by WCPO 9 News.
Tri-State teachers report a nearly 50% drop in attendance due to growing fears of immigration raids, with immigrant students staying home in response to the nationwide crackdown. Educators describe emotional challenges as students express anxiety over potential deportations. Despite reassurances from local school districts, including Cincinnati Public Schools and Boone County Schools, the uncertainty surrounding immigration enforcement continues to create fear within the community, deeply affecting both students and educators, as reported by WCPO 9 News.
