NYC Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos on Wednesday said the city's public schools are safe places for immigrant students, aiming to reassure parents preparing to send their children to school next week.

Speaking alongside union members and immigration advocates in Manhattan at a rally hosted by the New York Immigration Coalition , the chancellor said thousands of public school staff have been trained on non-local law enforcement and protocols, referring to Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions.

The chancellor also said schools are offering monthly learning sessions from Open Arms , an organization that provides training programs on migration, so individuals can learn about trauma, transportation and health issues.

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