Immigrant Student and Family Resources

This page will be updated as additional resources become available.

Ayuda Inmediata / Immediate Help

If you need immediate assistance, anyone can call the 24/7 HOTLINE (408) 290-1144 to receive help in real time including connections to legal assistance.

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Si necesita ayuda inmediata, puede llamar a la línea directa 24 horas al día, 7 días a la semana (408) 290-1144 para recibir ayuda en tiempo real, incluidas conexiones con asistencia jurídica.

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Servicios legales de inmigración gratuitos o de bajo costo en el condado de Santa Clara - haga clic aquí
Free to Low Cost Immigration Legal Services in Santa Clara County - click here
Dịch vụ Pháp lý Di trú từ Miễn phí đến Chi phí Thấp tại Quận Hạt Santa Clara - bấm vào đây

ACLU: Know Your Rights When Encountering Law Enforcement

Know Your Rights: Stopped by Police Scenarios - click here
Conoce sus Derechos - ¿Qué Debe Hacer Si la Policía o Inmigración...? Escenarios - haga clic aquí

Rights and Quick Links to Resources

Know Your Rights Videos

Know Your Rights Video with Immigration Attorney: Know Your Rights Video with Immigration Attorney Armida Mendoza (First hour is in Spanish and the second hour is in English)

Vídeo «Conozca sus derechos» con una abogada de inmigración: Vídeo Conozca Sus Derechos con la abogada de inmigración Armida Mendoza (La primera hora es en español y la segunda en inglés)

We Have Rights: Short videos to prepare for and safely defend your rights during encounters with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE). Vídeos cortos para aprender lo que puede hacer si se encuentra frente un agente de inmigración. Videos are in English, Español, عربي, 中文, KREYÒL AYISYEN, РУССКИЙ, اردو

Legal Services and Support

Free to Low Cost Immigration Legal Help in Santa Clara County / Ayuda legal de inmigración a bajo o ningún costo en el condado de Santa Clara

Santa Clara County Rapid Response Network - if you need immediate assistance, please call: (408) 290-1144

Search reputable non-profit legal services by zip code: www.immigrationlawhelp.org

Step Forward Foundation - Step Forward Foundation’s goal is to empower immigrants to take the next step forward in their lives by providing free legal advice and representation: https://www.stepfwd.org/

For more information from organizations dedicated to providing legal support and resources to undocumented individuals in Santa Clara County, click below:
Office of the Attorney General
Resource for Schools Staff
Resource for Families

Step-by-Step Family Preparedness Plans

Consulate Resources

Red Cards / Tarjetas Rojas

Red cards available at all school sites. See below for how to use your red card. Las tarjetas rojas estan disponibles en todas las escuelas. Vea a continuación cómo utilizar su tarjeta roja.

"All people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain rights and protections under the U.S. Constitution. The ILRC’s Red Cards help people assert their rights and defend themselves in many situations, such as when ICE agents go to a home.

Todas las personas en los Estados Unidos - sin importar su estatus migratorio - tienen derechos y protecciones bajo la constitución del país. Nuestras Tarjetas Rojas ayudan a los inmigrantes ejercer esos derechos y protegerse en muchas situaciones, como cuando agentes de inmigración visitan nuestras viviendas."

-Immigrant Legal Resource Center

Red card

How to use your red card part one

How to use your red card part two

How to use your red card part three

Resources for our School Community

Legal Guidance and Resources

Rapid Response Network of Santa Clara County: A coalition offering free legal services, rental assistance, and a hotline to report federal immigration activities, aiming to prevent mass deportations and support undocumented community members.
Click here: Rapid Response Network of Santa Clara County

Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services: Provides a broad range of immigration counseling and representation, including assistance with green cards, citizenship, family petitions, DACA, VAWA, and U-Visas.
Click here: Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County – Immigration Legal Services

SIREN: Offers free immigration legal clinics, assistance with DACA renewals, naturalization services, and policy advocacy to empower low-income immigrants and refugees.
Click here: Services, Immigrant Rights, and Education Network (SIREN)

DACA Recipients: If you or your child is a recipient of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), California operates a DACA Legal Help guide online at immigrantguide.ca.gov or call (800) 807-6755.

Asian Law Alliance: Provides legal assistance on housing-related matters, including eviction defense, and holds weekly clinics to support self-represented tenants in the eviction process.
Click here: Asian Law Alliance

County of Santa Clara Office of Immigrant Relations: A coalition offering free legal services, rental assistance, and a hotline to report federal immigration activities, aiming to prevent mass deportations and support undocumented community members.
Click here: County of Santa Clara Office of Immigrant Relations

Santa Clara County News: Promotes events and projects to help immigrants access services and resources, including information on legal assistance, health services, and community forums.
Click here: Santa Clara County News

Preparation/Response Resources

Step Forward Foundation - We Have Rights: Videos to prepare for and safely defend your rights during encounters with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE). Videos are in English, Español, عربي, 中文, KREYÒL AYISYEN, РУССКИЙ, اردو

Family Preparedness Plan: Prepare your family for emergencies by creating a plan that ensures everyone knows what to do in challenging situations.
Click here: Family Preparedness Plan (English) | Plan de preparación familiar (Español)

Santa Clara County Office of Immigrant Relations
Connect with resources and support for immigrants in Santa Clara County, including legal aid, education, and advocacy services.
Click here: Santa Clara County Office of Immigrant Relations

ACLU: Know Your Rights When Encountering Law Enforcement: Learn about your rights when interacting with law enforcement to protect yourself and your family in various situations.
Click here: ACLU: Know Your Rights When Encountering Law Enforcement

Immigration and California Families
Explore key information and resources for immigrant families navigating life in California, including legal and community support.
Click here: Immigration and California Families

CA Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General

Immigration-Enforcement Actions at California Schools: Guide for Students and Families: This guide provides important information to help students and families understand their rights and prepare for potential immigration-enforcement actions at schools.
Click here: Immigration-Enforcement Actions at California Schools - Guide for Students and Families

Medidas para hacer cumplir las leyes de inmigración en las escuelas de California: Guía para estudiantes y familias: Esta guía ofrece información importante para que los estudiantes y las familias comprendan sus derechos y se preparen para posibles acciones de control de inmigración en las escuelas. Haga clic aquí: Medidas de aplicación de las leyes de inmigración en las escuelas de California - Guía para estudiantes y familias

Resources for California’s Immigrant Communities (in various languages): Find multilingual resources designed to support California’s immigrant communities, covering legal rights, education, and community support.
Click here: Resources for California’s Immigrant Communities (in various languages)

Graduation: Preparing Dreamers for Graduation, College, and Career

California Dream Act (CADAA): The California Dream Act allows undocumented students, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients (valid or expired), U Visa holders and students under Temporary Protected Status (TPS), who qualify for a non-resident exemption under Assembly Bill 540 (AB 540), Senate Bill 2000 (SB 2000) and Senate Bill 68 (SB 68), to receive certain types of financial aid such as: private scholarships funded through public universities, state administered financial aid, university grants, community college fee waivers, and Cal Grants. In addition, the California Dream Act, allows eligible students to pay in-state tuition at any public college in California.

For more information and a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) and other resources for students and parents click here: https://www.csac.ca.gov/sites/main/files/file-attachments/california_dream_act_faq.pdf

To understand the differences between in-state tuition, California Dream Act and DACA please download this chart.

Mental Health/Medical Resources

MHUSD Wellness: The MHUSD Wellness page highlights programs and resources available to support the mental health and well-being of students, families, and staff. Explore tools, activities, and services designed to foster a healthy school community.
Click here: MHUSD Wellness

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7 confidential support for individuals in distress, their loved ones, and anyone experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis. Call, text, or chat to connect with trained mental counselors. If you are having a medical emergency, call 911.
Click here: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): NAMI provides resources and guidance on accessing mental health care, including treatment options, finding providers, and navigating the mental health system. Their support is available for individuals and families seeking help.
Click here: How Can I Get Mental Health Support? - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Mental Health for Immigrants (Informed Immigrant): Informed Immigrant shares mental health resources and tools tailored for immigrant communities, addressing stress, trauma, and the unique challenges they may face. Their multilingual resources are designed to support undocumented and mixed-status families
Click here: Mental Health for Immigrants (Informed Immigrant)

National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights: NNIRR promotes wellness in migrant and refugee communities by offering culturally responsive mental health resources and advocacy. Their materials aim to help these communities navigate challenges while fostering resilience and healing.
Click here: Mental Health for Migrant & Refugee Communities - National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (NNIRR)

Mental Health Resources for Immigrants and Refugees (USA Hello): USAHello provides mental health resources specifically for immigrants and refugees, offering practical advice and connections to culturally relevant support. Their resources are available in multiple languages for accessibility.
Click here: Mental Health Resources for Immigrants and Refugees (USAHello)

Reaffirmations of Support for the MHUSD Community

2017 MHUSD Resolution - Morgan Hill Unified School District School Sites as Safe Places for All: Morgan Hill Unified School District ensures its sites are safe and welcoming spaces for every student and family in the community.
Click here: Morgan Hill Unified School District Sites as Safe Places for All

Santa Clara County Office of Education: Letter to the Community: A message from the Santa Clara County Office of Education reaffirming its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and support for all families in the community.
Click here: Santa Clara County Office of Education Letter to the Community

Resolution to Reaffirm Support for Equal Access to Education for All Children and Families Regardless of Immigration Status: Learn about the resolution that underscores the unwavering commitment to providing equal access to education, regardless of immigration status.
Click here: Resolution to Reaffirm Support for Equal Access to Education for All Children and Families Regardless of Immigration Status

Office of State Superintendent of Schools Tony Thurmond: Reminder of Obligation to Protect Immigrant Families' Rights to Access Public Education
Click here: Reminder of Obligation to Protect Immigrant Families' Rights to Access Public Education

In MHUSD, we are unwavering in our commitment to creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive schools for all students and families. As affirmed in Resolution 2016-17 039, "the Morgan Hill Unified School District Board of Education is committed to the success of all students irrespective of their immigration status, ethnicity, race, religion, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, or socio-economic status. We believe that every student has the potential to achieve, and it is the responsibility of our school district to give each student the opportunity and support to meet his or her highest potential."

Therefore, "the Board reaffirms Morgan Hill Unified School District's unequivocal commitment to ensuring a safe educational environment for all students, serving as a safe educational community for students and families threatened by immigration enforcement or discrimination, to the fullest extent provided by the law."