https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/immigrants-immigration Immigrants en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-schools-can-better-support-older-english-learners/2026/09 Strategies exist to help students who carry the English-learner label beyond elementary school. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-schools-can-better-support-older-english-learners/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/immigrant-students-face-big-barriers-to-success-in-high-school/2026/08 A new study highlights how schools in Massachusetts serve newly arrived immigrants in high school. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:32:53 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/immigrant-students-face-big-barriers-to-success-in-high-school/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/why-this-governor-wants-to-ban-h-1b-visas-for-teachers-and-why-schools-use-them/2026/08 Gov. Greg Abbott wants to ban schools from using H-1B visas to hire international teachers, a strategy used to fill key staffing gaps. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:46:39 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/why-this-governor-wants-to-ban-h-1b-visas-for-teachers-and-why-schools-use-them/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-i-wasnt-ready-when-a-new-slur-hit-my-middle-school-class-i-will-be-next-time/2026/08 Anti-immigrant rhetoric does not stop at a school's gates, even where many students are immigrants. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:26:25 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-i-wasnt-ready-when-a-new-slur-hit-my-middle-school-class-i-will-be-next-time/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/immigration-enforcement-takes-heavy-emotional-toll-on-k-12-educators/2026/08 A new report documents how keeping students safe and focused became difficult amid ICE presence. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:46:22 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/immigration-enforcement-takes-heavy-emotional-toll-on-k-12-educators/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/ice-raids-are-making-emergency-contacts-essential-for-schools/2026/07 Educators say schools can help families plan for what happens if parents are detained by ICE. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 19:43:38 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/ice-raids-are-making-emergency-contacts-essential-for-schools/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/trump-admin-calls-popular-smithsonian-history-teaching-materials-radical/2026/07 The White House criticized the Smithsonian's classroom lessons. But some teachers say the materials are invaluable. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:05:33 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/trump-admin-calls-popular-smithsonian-history-teaching-materials-radical/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/two-principals-one-agenda-keep-kids-safe-from-immigration-action/2026/07 Two principals talk to Education Week about how to work through the fear and chaos of ICE action. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:54:59 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/two-principals-one-agenda-keep-kids-safe-from-immigration-action/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teachers-union-approves-new-fund-to-help-immigrant-teachers/2026/07 It's aimed at teachers who came to the country before 2007 under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:21:09 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teachers-union-approves-new-fund-to-help-immigrant-teachers/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/nations-largest-teachers-union-will-elect-new-leader-at-annual-confab/2026/07 A primer to this year's nearly 7,000-delegate National Education Association Representative Assembly. Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:08:09 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/nations-largest-teachers-union-will-elect-new-leader-at-annual-confab/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/as-ice-activity-rises-schools-focus-on-family-support/2026/06 Since 2025, school districts have quickly adapted to shifting effects from federal immigration enforcement. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:45:31 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/as-ice-activity-rises-schools-focus-on-family-support/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-immigrant-student-enrollment-is-falling-how-should-schools-respond/2026/06 Enrollment patterns may change, but schools still need to take care of their English learners. Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:52:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-immigrant-student-enrollment-is-falling-how-should-schools-respond/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/schools-saw-rising-student-anxiety-from-immigration-enforcement-in-2025-26/2026/06 New national survey data from this spring found increased absences due to immigration enforcement. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:43:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/schools-saw-rising-student-anxiety-from-immigration-enforcement-in-2025-26/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/how-one-states-efforts-to-limit-undocumented-students-rights-failed-again/2026/05 Tennessee lawmakers failed to create legislation directly challenging federal law. Fri, 22 May 2026 20:03:11 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/how-one-states-efforts-to-limit-undocumented-students-rights-failed-again/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/immigrant-students-fear-enforcement-and-stay-out-of-school/2026/05 An April working paper found that immigration enforcement increased absence rates. Wed, 20 May 2026 19:42:54 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/immigrant-students-fear-enforcement-and-stay-out-of-school/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/not-our-job-principals-decry-a-proposal-to-track-student-immigration-status/2026/04 A principals group has publicly opposed efforts to require schools to track immigration status. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:14:24 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/not-our-job-principals-decry-a-proposal-to-track-student-immigration-status/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-federal-changes-affect-english-learners-immigrant-students/2026/04 Since January 2025, several federal policy changes carry implications for ELs and immigrant students. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:05:03 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-federal-changes-affect-english-learners-immigrant-students/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/birthright-citizenship-case-raises-stakes-for-schools-and-undocumented-students/2026/03 Educators are paying close attention to the case on Trump's birthright citizenship order. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:50:45 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/birthright-citizenship-case-raises-stakes-for-schools-and-undocumented-students/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-state-gets-closer-to-challenging-undocumented-students-free-access-to-school/2026/03 Lawmakers are debating legislation that would require schools to collect immigration information. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:04:07 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/a-state-gets-closer-to-challenging-undocumented-students-free-access-to-school/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/why-the-heritage-foundation-is-targeting-plyler-v-doe/2026/03 Lora Ries explains how the Supreme Court could overturn the 1982 Plyler v. Doe decision. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:49:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/why-the-heritage-foundation-is-targeting-plyler-v-doe/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/opinion-what-our-students-deserve-from-new-homeland-security-secretary-mullin/2026/03 The National Academy of Education calls for policy changes to ensure safer learning environments. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:21:15 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/opinion-what-our-students-deserve-from-new-homeland-security-secretary-mullin/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/educators-warn-flat-english-learner-funding-falls-short-of-growing-demand/2026/02 Educators remain uncertain about the future of federal funds for English learners. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:50:09 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/educators-warn-flat-english-learner-funding-falls-short-of-growing-demand/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/school-counselors-see-rising-trauma-linked-to-immigration-enforcement/2026/02 The school staff whose job it is to support students say they see major signs of emotional distress. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:37:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/school-counselors-see-rising-trauma-linked-to-immigration-enforcement/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-k-12-parents-feel-about-immigration-enforcement-near-schools/2026/02 The latest national poll found most parnets opposing ICE enforcement at or near schools. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:12:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-k-12-parents-feel-about-immigration-enforcement-near-schools/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/project-2025-group-targets-undocumented-students-access-to-free-education/2026/02 The conservative group put forward Project 2025, which has shaped Trump administration policy. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:58:15 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/project-2025-group-targets-undocumented-students-access-to-free-education/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-the-world-seems-intent-on-stripping-teaching-of-its-sacredness-dont-let-it/2026/02 Christopher Emdin explains how to make school feel like a sanctuary in troubled times. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:09:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-the-world-seems-intent-on-stripping-teaching-of-its-sacredness-dont-let-it/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/75-000-undocumented-students-graduate-high-school-each-year-what-happens-next/2026/02 A new analysis estimates 90,000 undocumented students reach the end of high school each year. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:38:03 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/75-000-undocumented-students-graduate-high-school-each-year-what-happens-next/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-school-leaders-should-do-when-parents-are-detained-downloadable/2026/02 School leaders are increasingly in need of guidance due to heightened immigration enforcement. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:09:30 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-school-leaders-should-do-when-parents-are-detained-downloadable/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/educators-sue-over-ice-activity-on-school-grounds-and-nearby/2026/02 The challenge targets the Trump administration's revocation of a policy that limited immigration enforcement at schools. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:43:20 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/educators-sue-over-ice-activity-on-school-grounds-and-nearby/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/heightened-immigration-enforcement-is-weighing-on-most-principals/2026/01 A new survey of high school principals highlights how immigration enforcement is affecting schools. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:22:31 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/heightened-immigration-enforcement-is-weighing-on-most-principals/2026/01