How to address student learning loss, mental health after two pandemic years

Experts say focusing on re-socialization and the mental needs of students, staff and families will go a long way.

How to address student learning loss, mental health after two pandemic years
Communities In Schools
How to address student learning loss, mental health after two pandemic years
Communities In Schools

How to address student learning loss, mental health after two pandemic years

Experts say focusing on re-socialization and the mental needs of students, staff and families will go a long way.

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It’s been almost exactly two years since Governor JB Pritzker declared a statewide lockdown to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Illinois. Since then, there have been massive disruptions to education and learning which have led to learning loss, mental health challenges, and in many cases, decreased attendance.

Reset checks in with a community group clinician about the steps that can be taken to address these concerns.

GUEST: Judith Allen, clinical director and chief operating officer, Communities In Schools