Addressing the Pandemic’s Impact on K-12 Education

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Addressing the Pandemic’s Impact on K-12 Education

Curious about how the COVID-19 pandemic continues to shape K–12 education? This timely panel discussion from education experts explores the pandemic’s lasting impact and approaches to address it. Topics include elementary school absenteeism, high school course-taking patterns, college enrollment, and teacher preparation.  Learn how school districts have responded and what these shifts mean for the future of education and student success.

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Panelists:

  • Michal Kurlaender, Chancellor’s Leadership Professor, School of Education
    How COVID-19 Shaped College Enrollment
  • Margarita Jimenez-Silva, Professor, School of Education
    Impact of COVID-19 on Teacher Preparation and Retention
  • Kevin Gee, Professor, School of Education
    Elementary School Absenteeism and COVID-19
  • Alexandria Hurtt, Research Fellow, School of Education
    School District Responses to COVID-19 and Shifts in High School Course-taking
  • Garth Lewis, Yolo County Superintendent of Schools
    Role of Cross-Sector Collaboration to Address Youth Mental Health

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