ICE crackdown leads to rising school absences in Chicago immigrant communities, widening existing gaps for English learners

Immigrant neighborhoods in Chicago are experiencing a surge in student absences as fear of parental detention keeps children home. This educational crisis, triggered by increased federal immigration enforcement, is impacting attendance, particularly among English learners. Schools are implementing measures like excused absences and walking groups to mitigate the crisis.< a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/ice-crackdown-leads-to-rising-school-absences-in-chicago-immigrant-communities-widening-existing-gaps-for-english-learners/articleshow/125020394.cms">READ MORE