Oregon’s Sanctuary Laws apply to public schools, because public schools are public bodies.

Public schools in Oregon have a legal obligation to educate every child between the ages of 5 through 19 who has not completed the 12th grade, regardless of their actual or perceived immigration status or their parents’ immigration status. See Plyler v. Doe, 457 U.S. 202 (1982) »

The Oregon School Boards Association and Oregon Department of Education have issued a January 22, 2025 joint statement » and a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document» regarding immigration enforcement and student and family safety at Oregon schools.

The Oregon Department of Education has released new guidance Supporting All of Oregon’s Students: Guidance for protecting and upholding the rights of immigrant students in Oregon’s K-12 public schools», linked on their Immigrant and Refugee Student Success landing page». 

The Oregon Department of Education has issued a DACAmented/Undocumented Toolkit » to ensure schools and their staff create and maintain a welcoming environment for all students, families, and employees in Oregon’s schools.

The U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Secretary of Education has issued additional guidance and resources regarding the education and safety of immigrant students: Dear Colleague Letter: Resources for Ensuring Equal Access to Education for Immigrant Students »

Innovation Law Lab published A Toolkit for Schools and School Districts to Protect School Communities Threatened with Immigration Enforcement »

Disclaimer: The links and information provided on these pages are for information only, are not exhaustive, and do not constitute legal advice. Not all content reflects the views of the Oregon Department of Justice.  To create agency policy or to obtain advice regarding a specific communication or request from a federal immigration authority, consult your agency counsel. For information about your rights and legal options, consult an attorney».