Overview

• The Class of 2025, whose education was disrupted by COVID-19, prepares to graduate after years of virtual learning, masking, and social distancing.
• Students demonstrate increased questioning of traditional educational practices, reflecting broader societal changes like the rise of social media and AI.
• Educators report lingering anxiety and trauma from the pandemic years, with some struggling to adapt to post-pandemic teaching environments.
• Learning loss from school closures continues to challenge educators, with many finding it difficult to return to teaching grade-level content.
• The polarized political climate and community tensions during the pandemic added significant stress to educators, shaping their ongoing experiences.