School districts that required masks this fall saw significantly fewer coronavirus cases than those where masks were optional, according to a large study of Arkansas schools by the Centers for
Laura Meckler is a National Education Writer at The Washington Post. She focuses on educational policy, public education, and the intersection of culture and society, exploring themes such as racial equity and social movements within the education system. Laura's work has been featured in numerous publications, including The San Diego Union-Tribune, The Boston Globe, and The Philadelphia Inquirer.












