1. United States
2. Ill.
3. Letter

This letter serves as a formal demand for the immediate implementation of robust and accessible remote learning options for all students across Illinois. The Illinois Constitution, in Article X, Section 1, establishes that a fundamental goal of the State is the educational development of all persons and ma ndates an efficient system of high-quality public educational services. Furthermore, the Illinois Association of School Boards affirm that every student must have access to the resources and rigor they need, and their needs m ust not go unmet due to factors like family background or national origin. sing documented drops in student attendance. Federal immigration raids, often conducted without criminal judicial warrants and near school environments, have generated profound fear and anxiety, cau Families are understandably keeping their children home to avoid potential detention, separation, or exposure to enforcement activity on their routes to and from school. ble access. This climate of fear creates an insurmountable barrier to receiving a "high-quality" education and constitutes a direct violation of the right to equita We demand that the State of Illinois immediately address this educational crisis by: (1) Mandating all school districts to offer remote learning as a viable, non-punitive option for students, (3) Protecting students' academic records and attendance so that no student is penalized for prioritizing their safety. dless of immigration status. Failing to act immediately means the State is neglecting its constitutional duty to ensure a free and equitable education for every child resident, regar We expect a formal commitment to this mandate within 10 days, and we'll remember your action or the lack thereof when it's time to vote.