TACOMA -- Tacoma Public Schools told families the classroom will be a safe place for immigrant students. In a letter posted on the district website, Superintendent Carla Santorno said every school will provide a safe and private location where students may seek information and assistance to any immigration law enforcement issues.
“Our schools will be a safe zone for immigrant students to learn and thrive,” said Santorno. “The diversity of our student body, our community and our staff is a strength that benefits all of us and should be celebrated.”
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Tacoma Public Schools create safe zones to combat immigration fears
Tacoma Public Schools create safe zones to combat immigration fears
Tacoma Public Schools does not ask for a student’s citizenship or immigration status.
Seattle Public Schools sent out a similar letter to parents earlier this week. The letters are in response to President Donald Trump’s controversial executive order on immigration.
Full letter to Tacoma Public School parents: