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ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø educators prepare for funding cuts, and visits from immigration authorities

Rebecca Mickelson, who teaches art at an early childhood school in New Haven, holds a sign in support of students and teachers during a march through the streets of New Haven. Protesters called for more funding for public schools across the state, which they say are facing dire staffing shortages.
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Rebecca Mickelson, who teaches art at an early childhood school in New Haven, holds a sign in support of students and teachers during a march through the streets of New Haven. Protesters called for more funding for public schools across the state, which they say are facing dire staffing shortages.

On the campaign trail, President Donald Trump promised to shut down the U.S. Department of Education.

This hour, we hear from educators about the potential ripple effects in ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, including funding cuts.

Teachers are not only preparing for that, but also potential visits from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This week, the

Are you a student, parent, or teacher? What are your thoughts on Trump’s promise?

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  • Superintendent of Hartford Public Schools
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