Welcome to all our Community Members
General Resources for Somerville Families
SOIA: Local Resources for Immigrant Families
At Somerville Public Schools, we are committed to supporting all students and families, regardless of immigration status. Every child has the right to access high-quality education in an inclusive and safe environment under federal law.
Resolution to Affirm SPS as Safe and Welcoming for All Students | RESOLUCIÓN en español | Resolução em português | Rezolisyon an kreyòl ayisyen
If you have any questions, email families@k12.somerville.ma.us or call 617-625-6600 x6966.
The Somerville Public Schools has policies in place
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We protect your privacy. Somerville Public Schools does not ask for or disclose families' immigration status. This protection is required by federal and state law. We do not share student records with anyone without parent/guardian consent or a court order issued by a judge.
- We continue to keep students’ needs and education at the forefront of daily operations.
- We are committed to supporting immigrant students and families. If you or your student need extra support, we have counselors, social workers, and family liaisons who are ready to help. Contact your Family Liaison, and they can connect you to people and resources.
Frequently Asked Questions for Somerville Families
How can I prepare my family in case of an emergency?
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It is extremely important that your school has the most updated list of emergency contacts for your family. Please contact your school’s main office to update your information.
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The following multilingual resources include useful information about Knowing Your Rights and Family Preparedness planning:
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Emergency Planning for Families with Uncertain Immigration Status, from the Office of the Attorney General
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The Massachusetts Immigrat and Refugee Action Coalition (MIRA)
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- If you need a referral to a state or local agency, require immigration legal support, want information about city resources, or need further assistance, the Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs (SOIA) has multilingual staff who can help immigrant families living or working in Somerville. You may make a request on-line using this link, email them at soia@somervillema.gov, call one of the numbers below, or visit them at 42 Cross St.
Spanish 617-625-6600 x2122 or 2624
Portuguese 617-625-6600 x2123 or 2627
Haitian Creole 617-625-6600 x2622 or 2625
Nepali 617-625-6600 x2610
Mandarin and Cantonese 617-625-6600 x2626
Other languages 617-625-6600 x2623
Who can help me in Somerville Public Schools?
SPS Family Liaisons can help SPS families with many things, including helping you fill out a Caregiver Authorization Affidavit Form, connecting you to free notary services, and offering support for basic needs, such as food and clothing. If you would like help in any way, please contact your Family Liaison.
School-based counselors and / or social workers are available to provide social and emotional support for students. A directory of school-based staff can be found here.
