This article raises a critical question about the root causes of the achievement gap. It’s true—adding more school time alone won’t fix systemic issues like access to resources, quality teaching, and support at home.

A better approach might focus on holistic strategies: addressing socioeconomic factors, investing in teacher training, and promoting individualized learning plans for students who need them most.

What’s your take on that?: how do we make education equitable in a way that actually works? Would love to know more.