There has been a lot of information regarding immigration in the news, particularly in light of the Department of Homeland Security’s January 21, 2025 repeal of its 2021 guidance instructing officers to refrain from taking enforcement actions at or near schools. I want you to know Mesa Public Schools remains committed to offering an equal educational opportunity to all students.
Our schools are caring and safe places that welcome all learners. We do not require proof of immigration status as part of our enrollment process and we fully comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which requires us to maintain the confidentiality of all personally identifiable information in education records related to students. We will not disclose your child’s information, even to law enforcement officials, without your prior written consent, unless compelled to do so by a judicial order or a lawfully issued subpoena. In these circumstances, you will be informed immediately, unless we are legally prohibited from doing so.
For families seeking assistance, the City of Mesa’s Family Resource Center, located in the lower level of the main branch of the public library, will provide a navigator for families to understand their rights and learn about available resources.
You can count on us to provide safe and caring learning environments where every student is known by name, served by strength and need so they graduate ready for college, career and community.
