23 percent were watching TV for 6 or more hours every day. No wonder many children aren't spending much time on homework and reading. If the Nation is to meet its education goals for the year 2000, parents, children, and schools will need to work together to improve student performance. As the analyses show, there is no single solution to improving student achievement. Many different experiences contribute to a student's success or failure, but both parents and schools can help improve the chances for success.
Parents can demand tougher standards and ensure that school is their children's top priority.
At the same time, schools can expect more of their students, and provide opportunities for greater student achievement. Without commitment and hard work on the part of parents, students, and teachers, the goals will not be met. Helping them use their free time in more constructive ways, including monitoring their television viewing. Working with the schools to ensure that all children are receiving a challenging education. Assigning meaningful homework on a regular basis and holding children accountable for completing it.