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FERPA
FERPA
FERPA stands for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, a federal law enacted in 1974 in the United States. It protects the privacy of student education records and gives parents certain rights regarding their children's educational information.
Plyler v. Doe
Plyler v. Doe
A landmark 1982 U.S. Supreme Court case that dealt with the rights of undocumented immigrant children to access public education.
Stay engaged with efforts to maintain this protection through the Education for All Campaign.
Civil Rights Act
Civil Rights Act
Title IV
Title IV
Title VI prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in any program or activity that receives federal financial assistance. For educators, this means schools, school districts, and educational programs must ensure all students have equal access to learning opportunities and resources, regardless of their background.
About the Constitutional Amendments
About the Constitutional Amendments
The U.S. Constitution has 27 amendments, each addressing different aspects of American law and government. All people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution.
The U.S. Constitution
The U.S. Constitution
All 27 Amendments and Description
All 27 Amendments and Description
First Amendment (1791) – Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
Second Amendment (1791) – Right to keep and bear arms.
Third Amendment (1791) – No quartering of soldiers in private homes without consent.
Fourth Amendment (1791) – Protection against unreasonable searches and seizures.
Fifth Amendment (1791) – Protection against self-incrimination, and double jeopardy; guarantees due process and compensation for takings.
Sixth Amendment (1791) – Right to a speedy, public trial by an impartial jury; to be informed of charges; to confront witnesses; to obtain witnesses; and to have legal counsel.
Seventh Amendment (1791) – Right to a jury trial in civil cases.
Eighth Amendment (1791) – Protection against excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment.
Ninth Amendment (1791) – Rights retained by the people, even if not specifically enumerated in the Constitution.
Tenth Amendment (1791) – Powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for states or the people.
Eleventh Amendment (1795) – Limits lawsuits against states in federal courts.
Twelfth Amendment (1804) – Revises presidential election procedures, requiring separate votes for President and Vice President in the Electoral College.
Thirteenth Amendment (1865) – Abolishes slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime.
Fourteenth Amendment (1868) – Grants citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the U.S.; guarantees equal protection under the law and due process.
Fifteenth Amendment (1870) – Prohibits denial of the right to vote based on race, color, or previous condition of servitude.
Sixteenth Amendment (1913) – Authorizes the federal government to collect income taxes.
Seventeenth Amendment (1913) – Establishes the direct election of U.S. Senators by popular vote.
Eighteenth Amendment (1919) – Establishes prohibition of alcohol (later repealed by the 21st Amendment).
Nineteenth Amendment (1920) – Grants women the right to vote.
Twentieth Amendment (1933) – Changes the dates of congressional and presidential terms; known as the “Lame Duck” amendment.
Twenty-First Amendment (1933) – Repeals the Eighteenth Amendment, ending Prohibition.
Twenty-Second Amendment (1951) – Limits the President to two terms in office.
Twenty-Third Amendment (1961) – Grants residents of Washington, D.C. the right to vote for President and Vice President.
Twenty-Fourth Amendment (1964) – Prohibits poll taxes in federal elections.
Twenty-Fifth Amendment (1967) – Establishes procedures for presidential succession and disability.
Twenty-Sixth Amendment (1971) – Lowers the voting age from 21 to 18.
Twenty-Seventh Amendment (1992) – Limits congressional pay increases from taking effect until after the next election.
Sensitive Locations
Sensitive Locations
This factsheet explains the protected areas policy, the laws that currently apply to these areas, and the steps advocates and communities can take to help immigrants maintain access to essential community spaces and services.
Safe and Welcoming School District Resolutions
Safe and Welcoming School District Resolutions
This resource offers guidance on school immigration policies, addressing common questions and providing tools to help ensure that all students in your district feel welcomed and supported.
A comprehensive FAQ guide on child and youth welfare considerations for families affected by detention or deportation in Colorado. It outlines the state’s role in child/youth welfare, the importance of a family protection plan, and options for kinship care. It also addresses what happens if a parent is detained, including the involvement of county human services, foster care, and potential reunification efforts. The document provides resources for emergency planning, legal rights, and support services available to impacted families, emphasizing the need for preparation and community support.
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