Immigration Resources

Since 1982, the U.S. Supreme Court has guaranteed that all children have a right to free public education, regardless of immigration status (Plyler v. Doe). California Education Code also guarantees these rights for students. (EC § 200 et seq).

What has changed?

In September 2025, two new state laws (AB 49 and SB 98) went into effect. These laws were designed to restrict federal immigration enforcement actions at schools and daycare centers.

• AB 49 prohibits any law enforcement agent carrying out immigration actions from access to school campuses or student records without a signed judicial order.
• SB 98 requires mandatory notification by LEAs and charter schools whenever immigration officers are present on the school site.

Immigration-Enforcement Actions at California Schools - Guide for Students and Families

Policy 1445: Response To Immigration Enforcement

• Megan Devine, Director of Student Services and Community Engagement

Phone: 916-770-8859
Email: mdevine@dcjesd.us

• Sara Wegner, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services

Phone: 916-770-8855
Email: swegner@dcjesd.us

• California Department of Education; “Including Immigrant Families” 
• California Department of Social Services; Immigration Services Bureau 
• California Courts; Immigration Resource Guide