- Students across North Texas campuses walked out to protest federal immigration enforcement policies.
- School districts warned that walkouts during instructional time violate attendance rules and may face consequences.
- The events highlight ongoing tensions around student civic engagement and school policy enforcement.
📍 North Texas / DFW School Walkouts & Federal Immigration Enforcement
Date Range: February 8–15, 2026
Across North Texas schools this week students took a stance and protested in connection to federal immigration enforcement, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). It focuses on where events occurred, how institutions responded, and what this reflects about youth engagement.
📅 Overview: What Happened in North Texas
Throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth region, students at several high schools exited classrooms during instructional hours to gather outside campuses in demonstrations connected to federal immigration enforcement. Participation ranged from small groups to more than 100 students at some locations.
These events occurred alongside statewide guidance from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) reminding districts of attendance requirements and cautioning against facilitating walkouts during the school day.
📍 Schools & Areas With Reported Activity
▶ Birdville ISD (Haltom High School)…