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Mexico schools end early; teachers threaten World Cup strike

5/9/2026

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Education ministry announced school year will end on June 5, a month early due to heat wave and World Cup.
President Claudia Sheinbaum said the holiday-adjustment proposal is not yet finalized.
Parents’ unions condemned the change, arguing education should not be sacrificed for a three-municipality sporting event.
Teachers’ union threatened a strike at the World Cup opening match while demanding higher pay and pension reforms.

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Education ministry announced school year will end on June 5, a month early due to heat wave and World Cup.
President Claudia Sheinbaum said the holiday-adjustment proposal is not yet finalized.
Parents’ unions condemned the change, arguing education should not be sacrificed for a three-municipality sporting event.
Teachers’ union threatened a strike at the World Cup opening match while demanding higher pay and pension reforms.