The first day of school in Los Angeles is overshadowed by fears of immigration enforcement. Teachers receive training on recognizing federal immigration officers and distinguishing them from unauthorized bounty hunters. Despite the usual excitement of students returning to school, concerns about federal agents targeting immigrants at school entrances loom large. A recent incident involving federal agents handcuffing a boy with disabilities heightened anxieties about safety and immigration enforcement during school hours. Many families are also preparing in hopeful ways, but caution remains a priority.
"All of the agencies are masked, and all of them refuse to identify themselves, right? That's what we've experienced on the ground."
"My children are interested and excited to start school and get the usual assortment of school supplies and new shoes."
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