Immigration Information

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Conway School District district policies around immigration enforcement in our school.

Policy 4300 (below) provides information on our responsibility to our students and how we will ensure their safety and privacy if law enforcement is on our campus for any reason, including immigration enforcement. This policy is in alignment with Washington State Laws and has been adopted by the vast majority of districts in the state.

Additionally, policy 3226 linked below regulates our response to law enforcement interviews of students.

If an outside law enforcement agency asks to interview or interrogate one of our students, they will be denied access to the student, the superintendent will be notified, parents contacted and we will await guidance from the district's legal counsel on the district's options based on the situation.

We will continue to ensure that our students are safe and that their rights, and privacy are protected.

Policy 3226 Interviews of Students

The video below will guide you through creating a safety plan for your family. The video is in English with Spanish is some spots. You can turn on the Spanish captions by following the directions in the video below.

Conway School District

Proclamation: P1 - 2025

Proclamation to Affirm the Commitment to Support Undocumented

Students and their Families

WHEREAS, the Conway School District is committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environment for all students, regardless of immigration status;

WHEREAS, the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Plyler v. Doe (1982) guarantees all children, including undocumented students, have the right to a free public K-12 education;

WHEREAS, the Conway School District recognizes that undocumented students and their families may face unique challenges, including fear of discrimination, deportation, or barriers to accessing resources;

WHEREAS, the district values diversity and the contributions of students and families from all backgrounds, which enrich the educational experience for the entire school community;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED THAT:

1. Commitment to a Safe Learning Environment: The Conway School District reaffirms its commitment to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all students, regardless of immigration status.

2. Protection of Student Privacy: The district will uphold federal and state laws that protect student confidentiality, including not collecting or sharing information regarding a student's immigration status unless required by law.

3. Staff Training: The district will provide training for teachers, administrators, and staff to understand the rights of undocumented students and how to best support them and their families.

4. Partnerships with Community Organizations: The district will collaborate with local organizations to provide students and families access to additional resources, including those related to immigration, housing, and mental health support.

5. Commitment to Equity and Advocacy: The district will advocate for policies and practices that promote equity and access to education for all students, irrespective of immigration status.

BE IT FURTHER PROCLAIMED THAT:

The Conway School District recognizes undocumented students' right to a quality education and will take all steps necessary to ensure the opportunity for that education is provided.

Proclaimed January 27, 2025 by the Board of Directors of the Conway School District.

• Conway School District adheres to all requirements of federal and state law.

• The provisions of this policy shall apply to Conway School District and all school facilities, which include (but are not limited to) adjacent sidewalks, parking areas, sports facilities, playgrounds, and entrances and exits from said building spaces.

• Conway School District’s policies prohibiting participation or aid in immigration enforcement shall apply to enforcement activities against students and their families, staff, and volunteers.

• Conway School District personnel shall presume that activities by federal immigration authorities, including surveillance, constitute immigration enforcement

• Conway School District has a responsibility to ensure that all students who reside within their boundaries can safely access a free public K-12 education.

• Conway School District does not exclude students from receiving an education or unlawfully discriminate against anyone because of their race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, immigration or citizenship status, sex, creed, use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

• Conway School District will uphold its responsibility to all students and ensure that all staff and volunteers are aware of the rights of immigrant students to an education

1. District staff may review, but shall not inquire about, request, or collect any information about the immigration or citizenship status or place of birth of any person. District staff shall not seek or require, to the exclusion of other sufficient and permissible information, information regarding a student’s or his/her parent or guardian’s citizenship or immigration status.
2. Conway School District policies and procedures for gathering and handling student information during enrollment or other relevant periods shall be delineated in writing and made available to students and their parent or guardian(s) at least once per school year in a manner for households with individuals that have limited English proficiency (LEP) to understand.

3. If the school district is required to collect information related to a student’s national origin (e.g., information regarding a student’s birthplace, or date of first enrollment in a U.S. school) to satisfy certain federal reporting requirements for special programs, District staff shall:

• If feasible, consult with legal counsel to seek alternative, including alternatives to the specific program or documents accepted as adequate proof for the program.
• Explain to the student and student’s parent(s) and/or guardian(s), in their requested language, the reporting requirements, including possible immigration enforcement impact.
• Provide notice to the student’s parent(s) and/or guardian(s); and
• Mitigate deterring school enrollment of immigrants or their children by collecting this information separately from the school enrollment process.

The District Superintendent and/or legal counsel or authorized designee shall request the presence of a District representative to be present during any interview. District shall not permit access to information, records, or areas beyond that specified in the court order, judicial warrant, or other legal requirement

1. District staff shall not share, provide, or disclose personal information about any person for immigration enforcement purposes without a court order or judicial warrant requiring the information’s disclosure or approval by the superintendent or designee. Requests by federal immigration authorities shall be presumed to be for immigration enforcement purposes.

2. Conway School District staff shall immediately report receipt of any information request relating to immigration enforcement to the school principal who shall document the request and refer the request to the Superintendent or authorized designee.

3. Conway School District shall, to the extent allowed by FERPA, notify an affected student’s parent(s) and/or guardian(s) immediately of any request for information relating to immigration enforcement unless advised otherwise by legal counsel.

1. District resources shall not be used for immigration enforcement.

2. District’s resources and policies regarding immigration enforcement shall be published and distributed to parent(s) and/or guardian(s) on an annual basis. These resources shall include, at minimum:

• The right of immigrant students to receive an education, including accommodations for limited English proficiency and special education programs;
• General information policies including the types of records maintained by the district and a list of the circumstances or conditions under which the [public school district and/or public school] might release student information to third parties, including limitations under FERPA and other relevant law;
• Policies regarding the retention and destruction of personal information;
• The process of establishing notice and/or consent from parent(s) and/or guardian(s), as permitted under federal and state law, prior to releasing a student’s personal information for immigration enforcement purposes;
• Name and contact information for [public school district and/or public school]’s designated point of contact on immigration related matters; and
• “Know Your Rights” resources and emergency preparedness forms to have completed in the event of a family separation.

RCW 43.10.310 – Immigration enforcement model policies