Most parents have jobs. So why are school days still so short? | BBC Global
The modern school day still rests on the assumption that there’s a parent who’s able to pick up their kids at around 3 p.m. — but, for many working families, that simply isn’t the case anymore. In this episode, Katty Kay speaks with economist Betsey Stevenson about why school schedules haven’t evolved with the modern workforce — and what changes could make life better for both students and parents. 00:00 School Day Mismatch 02:03 The Mother Role Shift 04:33 What’s the Economic Impact? 05:25 Why Schools Haven’t Changed 08:35 Benefits of New Schedules You’re watching New Normal with Katty Kay, each week we bring you conversations with expert guests about how our world is changing and what that means for our lives. Explore past episodes and get early access to new ones on BBC.com. Subscribe to BBC Global: https://www.youtube.com/c/bbc_global?... For the latest news, analysis and features, visit: www.bbc.com. #bbc #parenting #family

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