Immigration Resources and Supports

Worcester County Public Schools remains committed to fostering safe and welcoming learning environments for every child in our care, regardless of immigration status.

On Jan. 21, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security issued a directive allowing immigration enforcement actions to occur in sensitive areas, including schools and bus stops.

While WCPS hopes that our learning environments do not experience disruption as a result of this action, school administrators have been provided with instruction on what actions to take should a representative from a State or Federal agency arrives unexpectedly at one of our schools.

When visitors arrive at the school, the school principal or assistant principal will greet them and ask them to join them in an office or conference area and seek to learn the reason for the visit. At that time, the school administrator will contact the designated leadership contact at the Worcester County Board of Education for further guidance. Families will be contacted in the event of such an inquiry or occurrence.

Key Facts

  • Under federal law, all children, regardless of their citizenship or residency status, are entitled to a K-12 education, including college counseling services.

  • Schools are prohibited, without parental consent, from providing information from a student’s file to federal immigration agents unless they have a subpoena.

  • Immigrant families have rights and should ensure that they know them.

Guidance Documents

MSDE Guidance
Educator & Support Staff Guide

Resources for Families

The below resources have been curated to support immigrant families. It is advised to consult an immigration attorney for a family's specific circumstances.