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FRIDLEY, Minn. (FOX 9) - Fridley Public Schools has canceled classes for Friday due to increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in the last 24 hours.

Fridley schools canceled

What we know:

According to email sent to families by Fridley Public Schools, classes are canceled due to "fear and disruption" the community has faced in the last 24 hours from increased ICE activities.

"We are choosing to cancel school tomorrow because so many in our community are scared, unsure if it is safe to travel or leave home, and are experiencing very real trauma. We have seen a major spike in absences and staff availability as families and employees make the best decisions they can to protect themselves and their children," the email stated.

All Fridley schools are canceled with no online or distance learning. There is also no after-school and even activities, and no building rentals will occur.

All Community Education classes are also canceled, as is Tiger Club childcare.

Fridley Public Schools says classes will continue as usual on Jan. 12.

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