From the report: "This synthesis provides clear evidence on the pandemic’s impact for children, programs, and educators coupled with concrete policy recommendations. In the short term, it aims to help policymakers make evidence informed choices about how to leverage new resources. Ultimately, it aims to support efforts to build a stronger ECE system that meets the needs of all children and families and that supports all ECE programs and teachers to provide the high-quality learning opportunities young children need to thrive."