From the brief: "In spring 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic led schools across the country to close their doors and transition to distance learning. One year later—in spring 2021—districts continued to adapt to the persistent and evolving challenges of schooling during the pandemic. With variations in state guidelines and community needs, the importance of understanding the education landscape across the United States is greater than ever. The American Institutes for Research (AIR) launched two national surveys to better understand how school districts across the country have responded to the pandemic."