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Battle Creek Today
By the People, for the People
Battle Creek Students Plan Walkout Against ICE Presence
Lakeview High School students to protest ICE activity in their community
Published on Mar. 1, 2026
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Students at Lakeview High School in Battle Creek, Michigan are organizing a walkout protest on Friday, February 20th to demonstrate against the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in their community. The United Latino Student Association is leading the event, which will involve students marching from the school to a nearby intersection to voice their concerns.
Why it matters
The controversy over ICE's role and activities in cities and communities across the U.S. has become a major political flashpoint. This student-led protest in Battle Creek reflects growing grassroots opposition, particularly among younger generations, to the perceived overreach of federal immigration enforcement.
The details
The Lakeview High School walkout is being organized by the school's United Latino Student Association. Students will gather at the flagpole at 1:25 PM on February 20th before marching 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
Lakeview High School
A public high school located in Battle Creek, Michigan.
United Latino Student Association
A student organization at Lakeview High School that is leading the walkout protest against ICE.
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 protest reflects the growing grassroots opposition, particularly among younger generations, to the perceived overreach of federal immigration enforcement agencies like ICE in local communities.
