In response to escalating immigration enforcement operations, particularly ICE raids near schools, the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Board is advocating for remote learning options to protect vulnerable students. Tensions have risen significantly as federal immigration agents deployed tear gas on streets, prompting outcry from the community and educators alike. Governor JB Pritzker has expressed hesitance towards expanding remote learning options, despite pressure from school board members and the Chicago Teachers Union. The situation has left many students, particularly in affected neighborhoods like Cicero and Berwyn, in a state of anxiety, with educators observing the traumatic impacts on children. As federal activity increases, calls for immediate support and virtual schooling continue to grow, highlighting the urgent need for considerations of student safety in the face of disruptive immigration enforcement.