Battle Creek Students Plan Walkout Against ICE Presence

Lakeview High School students organize protest to demand change and show solidarity

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

Students at Lakeview High School in Battle Creek, Michigan are planning a walkout on Friday, February 20th to protest the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in their community. The United Latino Student Association has organized the event, which will involve students meeting at the flagpole and marching to a nearby intersection to demonstrate their opposition to ICE's activities.

Why it matters

The controversy over ICE's role in immigration enforcement has become a major political issue across the country, with many communities pushing back against the agency's presence. This student-led walkout in Battle Creek reflects growing concerns about the impact of ICE's actions on local communities and the desire for change.

The details

Rumors have been circulating that ICE has been spotted in Battle Creek, prompting the United Latino Student Association at Lakeview High School to organize the walkout. Students will meet at the school's flagpole at 1:25 PM and then march to the intersection of Helmer Road and Columbia Avenue. Police will be present to ensure the safety of the student protesters, who have been told there will be no consequences for participating as long as they don't cause any problems.

  • The walkout is scheduled for Friday, February 20, 2026 at 1:25 PM.

The players

United Latino Student Association

A student organization at Lakeview High School that has organized the walkout to protest ICE's presence in the Battle Creek community.

Lakeview High School

The high school where the walkout is taking place, located in Battle Creek, Michigan.

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What they’re saying

“We encourage all schools in Battle Creek to join us and support our community.”

— United Latino Student Association (Instagram)

What’s next

Police will be monitoring the walkout to ensure the safety of the student protesters.

The takeaway

This student-led walkout reflects the growing concerns and activism around ICE's role in immigration enforcement, with young people taking a stand to demand change and show solidarity with their community.