Mexican Teachers' Strike: Summer Vacation in Limbo

Mexican Teachers' Strike Creates Uncertainty Over Summer Vacation MEXICO CITY – A strike by members of the National Coordinator of Education Workers (CNTE) is casting a shadow over summer vacation plans for many Mexican families. The uncertainty stems from the lack of clarity from the Secretariat of Public Education (SEP) on whether school days will be added to compensate for the lost time due to the strike. Article 87 and 113, section III of the General Education Law mandates a minimum of 185 and a maximum of 200 school days. The SEP's initial calendar planned for 190 days. However, the strike, which has significantly impacted states like Chiapas, Baja California Sur, Chihuahua, Guerrero, and Oaxaca, leaves the question of making up for lost class time unanswered. "The uncertainty is causing a lot of stress for parents," said one mother whose children's school has been affected by the strike. "We're trying to plan our summer, but we don't know if the vacation dates will change." The video footage shows teachers protesting and students attending classes, illustrating the real-world impact of the strike. The SEP has not yet revealed its decision on whether to extend the school year, leaving families anxiously awaiting an announcement. A positive outcome would be the SEP's swift resolution to provide clarity and minimize disruption to students' lives.