BARSTOW UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
MARCH 2026
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SCHOOL BOARD School Board of Trustees
Elizabeth Givens Trustee
Leonard Williams President
Aaron Heldreth Vice President
Anthony Yslas Clerk
Ray Perea Trustee
NEW Board Policy & Administrative Regulation 1445: Response to Immigration Enforcement
The Barstow Unified School District Governing Board is committed to student success and a welcoming environment for all families, regardless of immigration status. BUSD is introducing NEW Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 1445, "Response to Immigration Enforcement," to comply with NEW LAW (AB 495, 2025). This law requires policy updates by March 1, 2026, using language equivalent to the California Attorney General’s model policy. BUSD approved and adopted this policy and regulation at the February 24, 2026, Board meeting. Under these new guidelines, district staff are prohibited from collecting information on students' or families' immigration status. The district will deny enforcement agency requests for student education records or employee files unless required by law (e.g., a valid judicial warrant). The Superintendent will report enforcement requests to the Board and provide annual parent notifications that student information is not released for immigration purposes without consent. Campus and transportation safety is a top priority. Immigration enforcement officers seeking access to students or nonpublic school areas (including buses) must first provide a valid judicial warrant or court order. Staff must not obstruct officers but must immediately notify the Superintendent and consult legal counsel. Families are urged to keep emergency contact information current. If a parent or guardian is detained or deported, students will only be released to designated emergency contacts or individuals with a caregiver’s authorization affidavit. BUSD is committed to supporting every student by following these state-mandated procedures.
Parent & Guardian Quick Guide Keeping your student's information current is vital. Manage records and access district information here.
Privacy & Safety FAQs
What information does the school collect? BUSD does NOT collect or track immigration status. Can immigration officers enter the school? Only if they have a judicial warrant or court order signed by a judge. Will the school share my child’s records? No, student records are kept private and are not shared for immigration enforcement without a warrant or consent. What happens if I can’t pick up my child? Students will only be released to people listed on your emergency card, so please keep that updated!
How to Update Your Emergency Card We need your most current contact information on file. ●
Update: Home address, phone numbers, and emergency contacts. A parent or guardian must visit the school’s front office or Central Enrollment Center with a valid photo ID to complete changes.
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How to Access Board Policies & Administrative Regulations 1. Visit www.buskd12.com 2. Click on the Board of Trustees Tab 3. Select Policies from the drop down menu. Questions? Contact: Christina Crain, Senior Executive Assistant the Superintendent at 760-255-6006 or email: christina_crain@busdk12.com
School Board Emails: aaron_heldreth@busdk12.com ray_perea@busdk12.com anthony_yslas@busdk12.com leonard_williams@busdk12.com elizabeth_givens@busdk12.com
When and how to contact the School Board You should contact the school board when you have concerns or questions about the district’s policies, budget, school programs, or safety issues. It's also a good idea to reach out if you want to participate in public meetings, share ideas, or provide feedback about your child’s school. For specific personal issues, like student discipline or individual school matters, it's often best to first contact the school or district administration.
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