In educational settings today, it has become increasingly difficult to reach and connect with students. The impact of COVID-19 has taken a heavy toll on schools and educators around the world. As the pandemic continues to unfold, the impact on children and young adults has proved greatly significant, prompting many learning difficulties met with large gaps in student knowledge as they progress through a strained educational system. Now more than ever, it is important to identify best practices to ensure all students are able to access their education successfully even during a global pandemic. In this panel presentation, graduate students in the M.Ed. program share overviews of their research topics and experiences, including highlights and challenges of conducting research during this time of educational change.