Mexico's SIPINNA warns against rushed changes to 2025-2026 school calendar

Mexico’s SIPINNA has weighed in on the debate over a proposed change to the 2025-2026 school calendar. The discussion follows SEP Secretary Mario Delgado’s suggestion to end the academic year earlier, on June 5. SIPINNA stressed that such decisions must prioritise students’ rights and well-being above all else. SIPINNA’s statement comes as controversy grows around the proposed shift in the school year timeline. The organisation highlighted that any major adjustment to the calendar must be carefully assessed from a rights-based perspective. It also noted that President Claudia Sheinbaum has already shared her position on the matter.

The agency warned that changes of this scale cannot be made without thorough planning. It called for coordination between government bodies and additional support for families affected by the shift. SIPINNA further emphasised that educational needs, safety, and the overall protection of children must remain central to any decision. Key concerns included ensuring that students still receive adequate learning time and that their well-being is not compromised. The organisation made clear that any modification should avoid disrupting care conditions or placing extra burdens on households.

The proposal to move the school year’s end to June 5 remains under scrutiny. SIPINNA’s response underscores the need for careful evaluation and cross-agency collaboration before any final decision. The focus, it insists, must stay on safeguarding students’ education and welfare throughout the process.