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Fridley schools cancel Friday classes over ICE fears

Fridley Public Schools has canceled all classes, activities and childcare for Friday with no online learning, citing 'fear and disruption' and a major spike in absences and staff shortages after heightened ICE enforcement in the area over the last 24 hours. Nearby Columbia Heights Public Schools will shift to district-wide online learning Friday 'out of an abundance of caution,' keeping only Mini Adventures childcare open, as both north-metro districts respond to families' concerns about safety in traveling to school.

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Fridley, Minnesota has a population where 20.03% are Black or African American, which includes a significant portion of Somali immigrants, compared to the statewide average of 7% Black population in Minnesota. 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Fridley, MN Population by Race & Ethnicity - 2025 Update — Neilsberg

Minnesota is home to approximately 107,000 people of Somali descent, representing about 2% of the state's population, with the majority living in the Twin Cities area including suburbs like Fridley and Columbia Heights. 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By the numbers: Minnesota's Somali population, according to Census data — KTTC

Somali immigration to Minnesota began in the 1990s due to the Somali Civil War, with resettlement facilitated by voluntary agencies (VOLAGS) such as Lutheran Social Services and Catholic Charities, under the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program. 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How Minnesota became a hub for Somali immigrants in the U.S. — NPR

Recent immigration raids have been associated with a 22% increase in daily student absences in affected schools, particularly among younger students, due to family fears of separation. 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Recent immigration raids increased student absences — PNAS

In Minnesota's Somali communities, ICE enforcement activities lead to decreased school attendance and increased community trauma, with families staying home and businesses experiencing reduced activity. 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By immigrant group - Minnesota Compass — Minnesota Compass

📌 Key Facts

  • Fridley Public Schools emailed families that all schools are closed Friday with no in‑person or distance learning, no after‑school or evening activities, no building rentals, and no Community Education or Tiger Club childcare.
  • The district said it is canceling school because many families and staff are 'scared, unsure if it is safe to travel or leave home' amid increased ICE activity, and noted a major spike in student absences and staff unavailability.
  • Columbia Heights Public Schools announced it will move classes online for Friday out of 'an abundance of caution,' keeping Mini Adventures childcare open but closing Adventure Club, and plans to resume normal in‑person classes Monday.

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January 09, 2026
3:43 AM
Fridley Public Schools canceled Friday due to ICE activity
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