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Liz Willen Dear reader:
 
A new era of anxiety is emerging for higher education in these dark and uncertain times, a topic we are closely following at The Hechinger Report. One reason comes from early data showing sizable drops in federal financial aid applications, particularly in poorer areas.

Another comes from early admission enrollment trends that could threaten years of progress for families at the bottom of the income scale, along with plummeting community college enrollment and red flags that abound for many other four-year institutions.

Questions about student debt are all part of the equation, which is why we are bringing you an interactive look at loan debt, its rapid growth and who proposed forgiveness plans would help most. Take a look and send us your thoughts and concerns. We love to hear from our readers.

Liz Willen, Editor
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Main Idea 

As admissions season descends, wealthier applicants once again have the advantage

Early application trends suggest the higher education wealth divide may get wider still.
Reading List 

Interactive: Explore who gains most from canceling student debt

As economists and policymakers debate the merits of loan forgiveness, a peek into federal data shows how different proposals could affect different groups of borrowers.
 

PROOF POINTS: A warning sign that the freshman class will shrink again in the fall of 2021

Financial aid applications are down more than 9 percent compared to a year ago.
 

How the pandemic has altered school discipline — perhaps forever

Remote learning violations, mask-wearing offenses and an opportunity to rethink harsh discipline.
 

Outdoor preschools grow in popularity but most serve middle-class white kids

Covid-19 concerns have increased interest in outdoor education but licensing laws limit who can attend.
 

The ‘invisible’ front line workers of education

Experts call for more mental health care, help with basic needs for child care workers.
 

OPINION: How the racism of ‘good’ teachers can hurt kids

Teachers are among the best of us, but we need to have tough conversations about — and accountability for — the racism still endemic to the profession.


PRINCIPAL VOICE: Returning students to school safely is top priority, but let’s not forget to treat them fairly

A Chicago principal calls on President Biden to bring back Obama-era guidance and help students learn from their mistakes.
Solutions 
"South Shore preK–8 helps sustain families through the worst of times," South Seattle Emerald 

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