Students in South Burlington protest ICE with school walkout

Hundreds of middle and high school students organized the demonstration against immigration enforcement.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Hundreds of students at South Burlington Middle and High School in Vermont walked out of class on Friday afternoon to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The student-organized walkout was part of a national movement, with similar demonstrations taking place at other schools across the country.

Why it matters

The student walkout reflects growing concerns among young people about the role and actions of ICE, particularly in light of recent high-profile immigration enforcement actions and deportations. The protest highlights how students are using civil disobedience to voice their political views on immigration policy.

The details

The walkout was organized by the South Burlington High School's Student Justice Union. Students held signs and led chants as they marched down the sidewalks of Shelburne Road. A similar walkout was also held at Essex High School in Vermont as part of the national protest movement.

  • The walkout took place on Friday afternoon, February 14, 2026.

The players

South Burlington High School's Student Justice Union

A student organization at South Burlington High School that organized the walkout protest against ICE.

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The takeaway

The student-led walkout in South Burlington demonstrates how young people are increasingly using civil disobedience to advocate for their political beliefs, particularly on issues like immigration enforcement that have a direct impact on their communities.