As we report on topics like the science of catching up, we are also aware of the pandemic’s potential to bring unexpected lessons, both good and bad

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Liz Willen Dear reader,

This week, Hechinger Report staff members are contemplating another year of high hopes and potential pandemic disruptions as we trade our own first-day-of-school photos. There are some big smiles under those masks, and a lot of uncertainty.

So, as we report on topics like the science of catching up ([link removed]) , we are also aware of the pandemic’s potential to bring unexpected lessons, both good and bad. Take our story this week on the father who grew closer to his daughters ([link removed]) during quarantine, once he endeavored to understand their fascination with online fantasy worlds.

We also took a look at different ways sex education is taught ([link removed]) in the U.S., amid arguments over how to restrict it and a push for it be part of social and emotional learning. As always, you’ll find a range of views and voices of students, teachers and experts on our Opinion pages ([link removed]) . Please know that we love to hear from our readers as well.

Liz Willen, Editor
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** The politics of sex ed leave a lot untaught ([link removed])
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Sex education policies vary widely across the country, and several states are debating new policies to expand or restrict access to comprehensive teaching.

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** OPINION: Meet certificates and “microcredentials” — they could be the future of higher education ([link removed])
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In years to come, they will become prevalent — and possibly preferred — to college degrees.



** PROOF POINTS:Can making music remake the mind? ([link removed])
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A new book by a Northwestern University neuroscientist makes a case for teaching music to improve learning in other subjects.


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STUDENT VOICE: Mental health is a big, important issue for student parents ([link removed])
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During the pandemic many of us feel invisible and need more help.



** Can an AI tutor teach your child to read? ([link removed])
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Some AI reading programs are boosting early literacy skills.



** TEACHER VOICE: What my wedding vows taught me about the return to in-person learning ([link removed])
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To help students reintegrate to classrooms and learning, we have to put relationships at the center of our teaching.



** How Minecraft YouTubers made me a better parent during the pandemic ([link removed])
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In a time of profound disruption, innovative online content like ‘The Dream SMP’ helped millions of kids stay connected to the social world.



** COLUMN: New Orleans students are still vulnerable to Ida and other future storms ([link removed])
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When schools reopen, students may not be ready to enter them.
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