Statement: ICE kidnapping at Linda Vista Elementary

Yesterday afternoon, near Linda Vista Elementary School, a parent was detained and kidnapped by ICE while waiting to pick up their child from school. 

SDEA members have worked hard to ensure that District leadership prioritizes protecting our communities, and we urge them to continue speaking out and providing valuable resources. 

We also know that we can’t stop at policies on paper and a shared commitment to keep ICE off campus. As educators, we know that what happens off campus impacts our school communities, too.  As union educators we know that we have the power to fight for what matters to us: Safe, stable, welcoming schools and communities, both within and outside the school doors.

Our power is in our solidarity. We need to get organized! We’ve seen educators and communities in Los Angeles stand up to ICE raids, and we must be ready to do the same in San Diego, especially with a federal administration that prioritizes immigration enforcement over community care.

Next week, SDEA members will join labor and community allies for a Nonviolent Direct Action Training to prepare for future raids. We are not alone, and we cannot afford to be bystanders. An Injury to One is An Injury to All!

In solidarity,

Kyle Weinberg
SDEA President