U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents tried to enter a Chicago elementary school Friday morning but were prevented from doing so. School staff followed established protocols, keeping the agents outside and contacting CPS law department and Office of Safety and Security for guidance. The agents were not allowed inside the school or permitted to speak to any students or staff members.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents attempted entry into a Chicago elementary school Friday morning, but were not allowed inside or permitted to speak to anyone inside, Chicago Public Schools officials said. Around 11:15 a.m., ICE agents attempted to enter Hamline Elementary School. “School staff followed CPS established protocols,” CPS Chief Education Officer Bogdana Chkoumbova said in a news conference Friday.
“I am very grateful to all of our Hamline staff here for upholding all of our protocols and ensuring the safety of our students,” Ortega said. “We will not open our doors for ICE, and we are here to protect our children and make sure they have access to an excellent education.
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