Authorities in Mexico have announced plans to cut the current school year short by more than a month as preparations intensify for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The decision was confirmed by Education Secretary Mario Delgado during an event in the northern state of Sonora, where he explained that schools would now close earlier than scheduled.
According to him, the school year will officially end on June 5, 2026, citing a combination of extreme heat conditions affecting several states and logistical preparations linked to the global football tournament.
“We’re going to end the school year on June 5 because many states are already experiencing high temperatures, and there’s also the issue of the World Cup,” he said.
The announcement has triggered mixed reactions across the country, with some parents expressing concern over the impact on academic schedules, while others supported the decision due to rising temperatures.
Authorities also hinted that the start of the next academic year, originally set for August 31, could be moved forward to adjust to the revised schedule.
The development comes as 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations continue across host nations, with Mexico set to co-host matches alongside the United States and Canada.
As of now, no further adjustments to the education calendar have been officially confirmed, but discussions are ongoing amid public debate over the decision.
