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El Salvador Enforces Military Dress Codes in Schools
8/23/2025
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Story summary
- El Salvador's education minister, Karla Trigueros, introduces strict dress codes and military-style haircuts in public schools starting August 20.
- The measures aim to restore discipline, but teachers' unions argue they militarize education.
- President Bukele endorses these rules as part of his educational reform agenda.
- Weekly "Civic Mondays" will promote national identity and discipline in schools.
