The essay “Lost Learning: COVID-19’s Devastating Impact on Students’ Education” explores the profound consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on students’ academic progress, citing a study by the National Bureau of Economic Research. Highlighting the severe setbacks faced by students due to school closures and remote learning challenges, the essay underscores the potential long-term effects on children’s development. The author advocates for immediate action from policymakers and educators to provide resources and support to mitigate these losses. The essay draws on expert opinions and personal narratives to illuminate the urgency of the situation, emphasizing the need to prevent an enduring and inequitable pandemic legacy in education.