Girls' Academic Decline Post-Pandemic

Since the pandemic, girls have experienced a significant decline in academic performance, dropping test scores in subjects like math, reading, and science. Data reveals that while all students have lost ground, girls have been disproportionately affected, often struggling to catch up as schools reopened. Possible reasons for this trend include the disruption of socialization opportunities, increased responsibilities at home during remote learning, and a potential lack of attention from teachers due to classroom dynamics favoring boys. Educators express uncertainty about whether affected students will fully recover their learning losses, especially for those who have already graduated.