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Parents form a “walking school bus” as they escort students to their elementary school in Washington in August 2025. (Marvin Joseph/The Washington Post)

D.C. school applications fall amid deportation fears and federal layoffs

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Pre-K applications in D.C. have dropped significantly, especially in immigrant neighborhoods and bilingual programs, due to federal layoffs and immigration crackdowns, according to the D.C. Office of the State Superintendent of Education. Applications fell 14 percent overall, with a 25 percent decline in Spanish-dominant programs. The trend affects school funding, as fewer students enroll, and reflects broader demographic shifts.

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