Statement from
Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff in support of immigrant
students and families in MPS
MINNEAPOLIS – Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) Superintendent Ed Graff
today issued the following statement in support of immigrant students and
families in MPS.
“In November, I wrote an open letter
to our Minneapolis Public Schools staff and families. Today, that statement
still stands, and our mission has not changed: We exist to ensure that all students
learn.
“Minneapolis Public Schools proudly
welcomes diverse children from all over the world, from every religion and from
every racial and economic background. We view our diversity as one of our
greatest strengths.
“The current times are sending a
very different signal to our children, however, and have introduced an
unprecedented level of fear and anxiety. That is why, last month, the
Minneapolis School Board passed a resolution affirming our district as a safe place for all students and
families, regardless of their immigration status, national origin or language.
It is not the role of the district as an educational organization to ask about
the citizenship or immigration status of any of its students or families. Our
role is to educate kids; in order for them to learn, they have to feel safe.
“In the coming days, our building
leaders are committed to staying strong for our students and families. And as a
system, we are committed to providing the support our staff needs to build even
greater connections among our families as a way to provide comfort,
reassurance, and ultimately, to help our kids stay focused on learning and
achievement.”
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