The economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic could lead to an education financing gap of $77 billion in low- and middle-income countries over the next two years. (11) The economic cost of school closures could be up to $1,337 per student, which on a global scale equates to approximately $10 trillion in lost economic output over the coming generation. 3. Statement of policy It is the policy of the United States— (1) to provide inclusive learning opportunities for students and teachers, especially for the most marginalized, including girls and children with disabilities