Elizabeth School Board Faces Calls for Action on ICE Activity and Student Safety
- Meeting Overview:
Overview: At a recent Elizabeth School Board meeting, community concerns dominated the agenda, with numerous speakers voicing fears over U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities near schools and the treatment of students, particularly those from immigrant backgrounds. Concerns about the district’s response to these issues, coupled with allegations of inappropriate conduct by school officials, underscored the need for clear communication and protective measures for vulnerable students.
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Olga Hugelmeyer
School Board Officials:
Stanley Neron, Maria Z. Carvalho, Diane Barbosa, Charlene Bathelus, Iliana Chevres, Jerry D. Jacobs, Rosa E. Moreno Ortega, Stephanie Goncalves Pestana, Isaias J. Rivera
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
02/19/2026
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Recording Published:
02/19/2026
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Duration:
308 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Highly Noteworthy
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State:
New Jersey
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County:
Union County
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Towns:
Elizabeth
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