Immigration and schools

A “CBP out of Charlotte” sign at Saturday’s protest against Border Patrol and ICE in Charlotte.

Education

More than 30,000 absences reported at CMS on Monday, after data revision

James Farrell

The latest estimates from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools show more than 30,000 students were absent Monday, the first school day since Border Patrol deployed in Charlotte.

A planned protest at East Mecklenburg High School fizzled out on Monday after a principal warned family members that students could face disciplinary actions if they failed to follow CMS guidelines. The planned protest comes amid Border Patrol arrests in Charlotte.

Race & Equity

Student protest over Border Patrol arrests in Charlotte fizzles out Monday after principal's warning

Elvis Menayese

A planned protest at East Mecklenburg High School fizzled out on Monday after a principal warned family members that students could face disciplinary actions if they failed to follow CMS guidelines. The planned protest comes amidst Border Patrol arrests in Charlotte, and reported plans for more walkouts this week.

Education

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to hold in-person classes Monday, as Border Patrol concerns swirl

Julian Berger

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will hold a normal in-person school day Monday, as U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents conducted operations across Charlotte over the weekend.