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School Board Member Faces Backlash Over Migrant Deportation Proposal

3/10/2026

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Maya Phillips, a Ramona Unified School District Board member, sparked backlash by proposing deporting migrant children to improve the student-to-teacher ratio.
She argued reducing undocumented children would enhance educational quality for legal residents.
Parents and community members pushed back, emphasizing inclusivity and safety for all students.
The Ramona Unified School District Board president defended the district's commitment to a welcoming environment for every child.

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Story summary

Maya Phillips, a Ramona Unified School District Board member, sparked backlash by proposing deporting migrant children to improve the student-to-teacher ratio.
She argued reducing undocumented children would enhance educational quality for legal residents.
Parents and community members pushed back, emphasizing inclusivity and safety for all students.
The Ramona Unified School District Board president defended the district's commitment to a welcoming environment for every child.