Torn between fear and education: How Trump’s immigration crackdown is impacting schools in America

President Donald Trump’s second term has brought intensified immigration enforcement, directly affecting U.S. schools. The administration’s removal of the 2011 “sensitive locations” policy has sparked fear among immigrant families, leading to misinformation, absenteeism, and legal challenges. Hispanic students face declining attendance and test scores, while school districts attempt to reassure communities amid ongoing uncertainty over immigration policies and their educational impact.