The Awkward, Exciting, and Uncertain Transitions to Middle School, High School, and College
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The Awkward, Exciting, and Uncertain Transitions to Middle School, High School, and College

By Jaclyn Borowski, Eric Harkleroad & Brooke Saias — May 25, 2021 1 min read
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From 5th graders in California, to 8th graders in Hawaii, and high school seniors in Florida and Alabama, students at key transition points in their education are facing change with the conclusion of the school year.

In this three-part video series, students reflect on their experiences during this pandemic school year, on what they’ve learned about themselves and others through the challenges, and on what they’re hoping the next level of their education will look like.

5th Grade | California

Fifth graders from Montclair Elementary in Oakland, Calif., reflect on their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic.

8th Grade | Hawaii

Honolulu’s Punahou School 8th graders have experienced a mix of remote, hybrid, and in-person learning over the past 14 months of COVID-19.

12th Grade | Alabama & Florida

Graduating seniors look back on their senior year and look ahead at what's to come for each of them as they pursue a college education.

Jaclyn Borowski
Director of Photography & Videography,  Education Week
Jaclyn Borowski is the Director of Photography and Videography for Education Week.
Eric Harkleroad
Eric Harkleroad is Education Week’s visuals intern for the spring and summer of 2021.
Brooke Saias
Video Producer,  Education Week
Brooke Saias is a video producer for Education Week, working to tell stories about the impact of education on communities.
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