Additional Information & Resources
January 30, 2025
We recognize the increased anxiety surrounding recent executive orders on immigration and the challenges many of our students, families and staff are facing. For many in our community, the uncertainty is overwhelming.
Some families have said they did not receive my Friday, January 24, message regarding Education Rights for Families and Students, which includes important resources, so please find that message here: https://shorturl.at/JRqgR
All front offices in our schools, including the district office, will have Red Cards available for anyone who would like one. Regardless of immigration status, everyone in the United States has rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution. Red Cards help individuals assert those rights and can also be downloaded here: https://www.ilrc.org/red-cards-tarjetas-rojas
As I previously shared, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office stated in a joint press release with other local law enforcement agencies that it has “not historically participated in the enforcement of immigration laws. We do not intend to change that practice.” The full statement is attached.
We have a strong partnership with the Moorpark Police Department which includes our School Resource Officer, who does an outstanding job supporting our schools. To avoid unnecessary panic or confusion about police calls for service at our schools, we will share more details when possible. We hope this will prevent rumors that can create anxiety.
Our work goes beyond classrooms, school buildings and offices. We strive to be a source of stability, compassion and support for our school community. It is essential that we continue to support our students, families and one another. At the heart of our mission, in partnership with parents and the community, is creating learning environments where all students feel safe, valued and empowered to reach their full potential. Thank you for making our schools places where every student can thrive.
Sincerely,
Dr. Kelli Hays
Superintendent
Additional resources are available as follows:
Immigration and California Families – a new website from the State of California
Guidance for K-12 schools on Immigration Issues – from the California Attorney General’s office
Educational Rights of Immigrant Students – resource page for educators and families from the Ventura County Office of Education
Video Message for Spanish Speaking Families – from Dr. César Morales, Ventura County Superintendent of Schools
Ventura County Law Enforcement Statement Regarding Immigration Enforcement – released January 17, 2025
Recursos adicionales disponibles:
Inmigración y Familias de California – un nuevo sitio web del Estado de California
Guía para escuelas K-12 sobre cuestiones de inmigración – de la Oficina del Fiscal General de California
Derechos educativos de los estudiantes inmigrantes – página de recursos para educadores y familias del Departamento de Educación del Condado de Ventura
Mensaje en video para familias hispanohablantes – del Dr. César Morales, Superintendente de Escuelas del Condado de Ventura
Declaración de las fuerzas del orden del condado de Ventura sobre el cumplimiento de la ley de inmigración – publicada el 17 de enero de 2025