Thousands of students in California excel in education while fearing deportation of their undocumented parents. This fear disrupts their education and threatens their futures, with significant emotional and practical consequences. The state spends substantial resources educating these students, yet the potential loss from family deportation can lead to billions in wasted investment. Research indicates that children of immigrants show high rates of mobility and civic engagement, emphasizing the economic and social costs of deporting families. Both political parties are urged to recognize the gravity of this issue.
Current federal immigration policy threatens the future of students who are excelling in school and striving for college while living in fear of parental deportation.
California spends an average of $19,000 per year educating each student, and deportation can result in significant financial loss for the state.
Research shows that children of immigrants are among the most upwardly mobile groups, likely to complete education and engage in community service.
Deporting families not only harms students emotionally, but also leads to disruptions in education and community investment loss.
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