Laurel Students Describe Pandemic Learning in Currents Magazine Article

 Dr. Tori Cordiano, Director of Research for Laurel's Center for Research on Girls (LCRG), stated, "How students are faring is variable, depending on their support at school and outside of school, financial stability, physical and mental health, and other conditions." She goes on to say that "Connection with others benefits not just mental health, but physical health, as well." Erin Roche '21 offered up a few pros and cons to attending class virtually this year. "I work best in a school environment. Being in my room all day, it's hard to find motivation." On the flip side she goes on to say that new skills have developed along the way. "I learned that I'm more adaptable than I thought. My Junior year, a big problem was being able to focus at home. I can't use that excuse anymore. I have found motivation and have been doing really well at home." Similarly, Mia Dent '23 said, "I feel like not being in the school environment makes it harder to have accountability with teachers and peers." Regarding lessons learned during this unique experience, Mia said "I've learned how poor my time management skills were beforehand … I've been working to do better." Click here to read the full story.