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Thanksgiving break starts on Monday, but parents work through Wednesday. Why can't schools and workplaces get on the same page?

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Zillman, Claire; Hinchliffe, Emma 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the disconnect between school schedules and workplace policies, particularly during the Thanksgiving holiday, which creates challenges for working parents, especially women. It highlights how extended school breaks often do not align with paid time off for parents, leading to increased stress and the need for additional childcare solutions. The piece also references a campaign by Paid Leave For All that encourages workers to communicate their caregiving responsibilities and advocates for better paid leave policies. The economic implications of unpaid labor, predominantly shouldered by women, are emphasized, alongside a call for reevaluating outdated structures that contribute to this imbalance. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2025/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Education
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189656612
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