In Minnesota, particularly in Minneapolis and St. Paul, rising tensions surround the increased presence of ICE operations near schools and daycares. Parents and community members have taken to patrolling schools, using whistles and walkie-talkies to protect children from potential arrests. Several school districts, responding to fears about ICE raids, have shifted to online learning. A notable incident involved a school van of teachers and students being pulled over by ICE agents. As a result, families have been encouraged to support each other, with donations pouring in for those affected. Activists and local organizations are making efforts to shield vulnerable families, with some even transforming local businesses into donation centers. Overall, there is a growing fear among students and families, leading to declining attendance as the community rallies against the impact of federal immigration enforcement in their neighborhoods.