Some central Ohio schools shutter for low attendance amid ICE activity

By Cole Behrens

This story has been updated with new information.

At least one group of Spanish-language bilingual schools is closed Dec. 19 due to low attendance amid reports of Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity throughout Columbus.

Columbus Bilingual Academy North, West, and Central decided to close due to significantly low attendance, according to Michael Mora Brenes, principal of Columbus Bilingual Academy North. The Columbus Bilingual Academies are a group of charter schools focused on bilingual education, with a focus on daily Spanish instruction.

“As with any operational decision, our priority is student safety and ensuring a productive learning environment,” Mora Brenes said in a statement. “We are aware of heightened concern among some families in the community, and we respect their decision-making as we continue to communicate directly with our school community…

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