Immigration Resources

Resources for Students and Families

All students have the right to attend school

 All students have the right to a free and equitable K–12 education, regardless of immigration status. Plyler v. Doe is the landmark United States Supreme Court decision that guarantees all children equal access to a public education. 

As an affirmation, in March 2017, the Eau Claire Area School Board adopted a resolution declaring that every Eau Claire Area School District site is a safe place for its students and their families to seek help, assistance, and information if faced with fear and anxiety about immigration enforcement efforts and outlining conduct for district staff. 

Student records are private
Wisconsin state law and federal law (FERPA, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) prohibit us from sharing this information. The district no longer collects students’ social security numbers.   

Emergency planning 
Families should develop an emergency plan for your family and ensure that all family information is updated in Skyward for your school.