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Across the country, #education officials are developing plans to protect students and their families from immigration enforcement since the Trump administration rescinded guidelines that prevented immigration arrests in and around “sensitive” locations, including schools. “We are really clear about schools’ obligations to protect students and their information, because this is a strong component of protecting students’ education information at the heart of it as well,” said Russell Johnston, the Acting Commissioner of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. ?? https://lnkd.in/eZSS5sfp - Latino News Network #latinonewsnetwork #schoolsafety #Immigrationpolicy #educationforall

Only 6% of #Boston’s homeless population is #unsheltered, starkly contrasting the national average of 40%. This difference highlights local policies’ effectiveness and underscores the immense challenge of meeting rising demand. As the number of families and individuals seeking assistance grows, the strain on state resources intensifies, testing the limits of what even a right-to-shelter system can provide. ? TheFulcrum.US ?? https://lnkd.in/ecW5EFQX

“I feel more confident and safer with #DonaldTrump as #president, and I know he will grow the #economy,” says Vicky Chen, #Boston, #Massachusetts. ???? https://lnkd.in/gQy_J4f8 - #InaugurationDay #Democracy Latino News Network

It’s all about wearing something new in?#ElSalvador?????on #Nochebuena, dubbed el estreno. People put on something new for December 24, and then lots of folk head to the beach for #Christmas Day.

Roundhead Brewing Company appears in the local craft beer scenes as the first Latino-owned brewery in Massachusetts. Since its founding in 2022, the brewery has brought a Latin twist to beer and promotes a sense of community. “We wanted to have a relationship that was with people in the door,” said Co-Owner Craig Panzer. “Our mission is?cerveza que reúine?— beer that brings people together. … A beer is a starting place to sit at the table and enjoy time together.” ? GBH #LatinoBusinesses #BostonBusinesses https://lnkd.in/eeKX9Adq

Reporter/Editor Belén Dumont speaks with #Boston City Councilor Enrique J. Pepén on his responsibilities as a city councilor, civically engaging residents, and school transportation safety. “As a #Latino…[and] the youngest city councilor right now, there’s a lot of things to learn here, there’s a lot of perspectives to bring to the #citycouncil,” said Pepén. ???? https://lnkd.in/eUU26pDm

A group of Latino #education leaders from across the commonwealth are urging voters to oppose removing the #MCAS graduation requirement by voting ‘NO’ on Ballot Question #2 this #ElectionDay. "If Question 2 passes, what happens to our vulnerable students that don’t pass the test? If MCAS is no longer a mandate, will those students get the extra help they need or will they just get their diploma and graduate unprepared for a rigorous post-secondary education?" ??Read their piece at https://lnkd.in/egUaaUQQ Latino News Network #LatinoNewsNetwork #LatinoLeaders #Graduation #Election2024

#Boston City Councilor Enrique J. Pepén shares about local efforts to improve school transportation safety and how his office plans to explore and identify additional solutions. "Your child’s daily commute to school should not be paired with stress and deep concerns for their safety, unfortunately, that’s not always the case," writes Pepén. ?????? https://lnkd.in/e5XyNyND Latino News Network #LatinoNewsNetwork #SchoolTransportation #Transportation #SchoolSafety

For nearly 50 years, El Mondonguito has been a staple on Dudley Street where residents get a taste of San Juan. It’s not just about the food or the socializing. El Mondonguito, adorned in original Puerto Rican #streetart and #murals, transports people back to their island homeland. “El Mondonguito reminds people of home,” said Ricky Rivera, who co-owns the restaurant with his mother. “The #food in the food warmer, the music, the decorations—this is exactly what [home] looks like.” ?? https://lnkd.in/eSht6piR Latino News Network #LatinoNewsNetwork #Roxbury #SanJuan #PuertoRico #BostonRestaurants

“In terms of the day to day, I would probably say it’s pretty rare to find any kind of coverage of the Vietnamese community," said Tri Tran, former co-chair of the board of the Vietnamese Community of Massachusetts. Check out our final story in the five-part series "Where Mainstream Media Fails." In partnership with Boston University students, the series highlights critical issues in underserved communities across Boston that have gone underreported. https://lnkd.in/eH7AxjR3 - Latino News Network #latinonewsnetwork #dorchester #fieldscorner #dorchesterma #vietnamesecommunity #MainstreamMedia #LocalNews