Mexico Shortens School Year: 2025-2026 Calendar Details Announced

Mexico City, MX – June 10, 2025 – The Mexican Secretariat of Public Education (SEP) recently released the 2025-2026 school calendar, sparking discussions among parents and educators. The calendar shows a reduction in school days from 190 to 185, leading to extended breaks. "With this reduction in classes," explains Latinus Diario presenter, "President Sheinbaum fulfills her promise to teachers." The changes include a three-week winter vacation from December 22nd, 2025 to January 6th, 2026, with teacher workshops scheduled for January 7-9. The Easter holiday will last two weeks, from March 30th to April 10th, 2026, with classes resuming on April 13th. The calendar also includes nine official holidays. This adjusted calendar aims to balance academic requirements with teacher well-being and family time. The shorter school year is expected to provide students with a more balanced academic year and improved quality of life.