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COVID Classrooms Crash Kids’ Futures plus Small Businesses Power Hiring Surge
1. COVID‑19 and Education Impact The document argues that remote learning during the pandemic harmed children significantly, especially academically. It claims: Students suffered learning loss (reading and math declines). Many were “socially promoted” despite lacking skills. There was also a mental health crisis among youth. 2. Child Well‑Being Data (Annie E. Casey Foundation) The text references a Kids Count Data Book (2026) and highlights: Declines in education and health outcomes Some improvements in: Economic well‑being Family/community stability Specific data points…
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