All we want for Christmas is a better schedule for working parents. Four education and workplace experts share ideas for creating a system that actually works.

Courtney Murphy emphasizes that flexible work arrangements should become the norm because they not only help working parents manage their responsibilities but also enhance productivity and job satisfaction for employers.

Joelle Moray envisions a future where both work and school operate on four-day schedules, allowing families more time together while maintaining educational engagement and flexibility.

Melissa Loble suggests a four-day academic week, where the optional fifth day could be used for various supervised activities, thus supporting both student engagement and parental needs.

Murphy notes that for service professionals, implementing flexible work might be challenging, but innovative strategies like automated services during peak family times can help provide necessary support.

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