The Impact of COVID-19 on the Academic Achievement and Mental Health of Elementary Students: COVID-19 Effect on Students in Pre-k Through 4th grade

<p>School closures and student isolation due to COVID-19 affected all students, particularly those in poverty. In addition to the damage to student learning, a mental health crisis emerged as many students lost access to school services. This mixed methods study aimed to evaluate the effect of COVID-19 on United States elementary students’ academic achievement and mental health. I found in my study teachers and school counselors struggled but were able to provide support to students in a variety of ways. I recommended a policy where all schools have a mental health therapist on site to assist students and teachers.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

Ed.D. Doctor of Education

Level thesis:degree_level

Dissertation - Public Access

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Educational Leadership

Year dc:date.available

2024

Author dc:creator

• Stanley, Ashlee

Contributors dc:contributor

• Dr. Lorrie Butler
• Dr. Carla Sparks

• COVID-19 effects on learning
• Early Childhood Education
• Educational Administration and Supervision
• Educational Leadership
• Elementary Education

Repository record dc:identifier

https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/813

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:digitalcommons.nl.edu:diss-1870