Mexico cancels plans to end school year early for World Cup
Summary
Mexico has decided not to end its school year early as initially planned to reduce traffic during the FIFA World Cup and a heatwave. After parents raised concerns about the disruption, classes will continue until 15 July, instead of finishing on 5 June.Key Facts
- Mexico planned to end the school year early to ease traffic during the World Cup and a heatwave.
- The early end date was set for 5 June, more than a month before the usual finish.
- Parents strongly opposed this change, worried it would hurt their children’s education and cause childcare problems.
- The education minister first announced the early end on 7 May but called it a proposal after backlash.
- After more talks with parents and experts, the government canceled the plan.
- Classes will now finish on 15 July, the usual date.
- Mexico is co-hosting the FIFA World Cup with the U.S. and Canada from 11 June to 19 July.
- The government promised good security for visitors despite recent violence after the death of a drug cartel leader.
- Improvements on Mexico City’s stadium and airport are on track for the event.
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