Sunday, Jan. 25, rumors began to swirl on social media about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents visiting Polk County Public Schools.
Monday, Jan. 26, the School District posted a response on Facebook.
By Tuesday afternoon, the Facebook post was shared over 350 times and had garnered over 875 comments.
In the comments, individuals asked about training for faculty and staff to protect students’ rights, if parents/guardians would be notified if ICE was on campus and how parents would be informed if a minor was detained. Some applauded the efforts of ICE agents, while others spoke out in opposition. Many thanked the School District for providing information and quelling fears. Some questioned the truthfulness of the district’s response…