News · 13 May 2026

Mexico keeps schools open during World Cup

Students will now attend classes until mid-July instead of missing six weeks of education. The government reversed its plan after parents complained that ending school on 5 June would harm their children's studies. Education minister Mario Delgado had announced the early finish on 7 May.

By BriefTea Editorial · 13 May 2026 at 7:47

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