5 years after Covid, US schools struggle with learning loss as nearly 30% of students remain chronically absent
The Covid-19 pandemic caused lasting shifts in the US education system, from technology adoption to widening learning gaps. Five years later, schools continue to face challenges like chronic absenteeism, mental health issues, and reading deficits. Despite efforts such as tutoring and increased support for students, recovery remains slow, with some students still struggling to catch up. Schools are adapting to these changes, but significant hurdles persist in reshaping the future of American education.
The Covid-19 pandemic caused lasting shifts in the US education system, from technology adoption to widening learning gaps. Five years later, schools continue to face challenges like chronic absenteeism, mental health issues, and reading deficits. Despite efforts such as tutoring and increased support for students, recovery remains slow, with some students still struggling to catch up. Schools are adapting to these changes, but significant hurdles persist in reshaping the future of American education.
