The Danes get it right. When school hours align with the workday, everything just clicks. And, Denmark’s work model proves you don’t need long hours to get big results—they work some of the shortest days, yet remain one of the world’s most productive workforces. Meanwhile, in the U.S., the standard work day runs 9-5, while elementary schools operate 8-2—leaving a gap that just doesn’t add up. Efficiency *and* empathy? Yes, please!