Resources for Immigrant Families

Resources for Immigrant Families

Mansfield Public Schools and the State of Connecticut want all children to feel welcomed, respected, and valued in our schools.

Town of Mansfield Policy Regarding Undocumented Immigrants

All children residing in the United States have a right to public education regardless of race, color, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, or the status of their parents/guardians. The U.S. Supreme Court affirmed this right more than 30 years ago when it ruled, in Plyer v. Doe, 457 U.S. 202 (1982), that it is unconstitutional for states to deny students access to a free public education based on their immigration status.

All families, however, must be prepared to ensure children are safe in the case of any unplanned emergency. Please be proactive and follow the Guidelines for Planning. 

The Governor of Connecticut and the Connecticut State Department of Education recommend the following resources for families concerned about how the immigration status of parents and children may affect the safety of children.  

The following organizations provide direct legal services:

Student and Family Resources Pertaining to Immigration Activities

As a follow-up to the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE) Guidance to K-12 Public Schools Pertaining to Immigration Activities, below is a list of Connecticut state agencies and other resources that may be helpful to refugee and immigrant families and students. 

Connecticut State Agencies:

Additional Resources: 

Food and Nutrition Resources:


Displaced Immigrants

The Connecticut Department of Education provided resources to support districts anticipating an influx of homeless families, especially as of September 2017, in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.