Pandemic-Spurred Migration Shocks Education

The February 2022 issue of Campus Report discusses pandemic-related migration’s impact on education, the ongoing debate over mask mandates, and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) as a growing concern for parents. The pandemic has spurred migration from states with strict lockdown policies and restrictive educational options to states with more flexible approaches and school choice, potentially reshaping the educational landscape. The report criticizes the continued push for mask mandates in schools, citing their ineffectiveness and negative impact on student learning. Finally, SEL is presented as the next target for parental activism, raising concerns about its lack of transparency, potential for political indoctrination, and usurpation of parental authority.