### School Uniform Vendors Bounce Back Following Teacher Protests
Tijuana, MX — School uniform vendors in Tijuana are beginning to see a recovery in sales after experiencing a slump due to teacher protests during the initial week of the 2024-2025 school year. According to Bertha Vázquez, the manager of a Favorita branch in Tijuana, the disruption significantly impacted their business.
“The teacher protests, aimed at demanding overdue salaries and additional labor rights, resulted in a complete halt in sales for an entire week,” Vázquez explained. She noted that sales expectations were not met since parents were uncertain about whether teachers would even be present in schools, delaying their uniform purchases.
Sales began to pick up again towards the end of the month, with a notable increase in purchases on August 30 and 31. Vázquez commented, “We started seeing customers return to buy uniforms only after the classes resumed.”
Despite the unforeseen disruption, the vendors are hopeful for a swift return to normalcy as the school year progresses.
### Additional News: Protests and Their Broader Impact
The recent wave of teacher protests in Baja California has not only affected school uniform sales but has also caused significant inconveniences to parents and students. Many parents were caught off guard, struggling to manage their schedules amidst the uncertainty of class resumptions.
This situation is just one example of the broader issues facing the education system in the region. Teachers have been vocal about their grievances, emphasizing the urgent need for the state government to address their salary and labor rights concerns effectively.
In other news related to the educational sector, several parents have resorted to closing down Telesecundaria 118 due to inadequate janitorial services, which have led to students facing health issues. The ongoing teacher strikes and administrative lapses are contributing to a challenging start to the academic year for many families.
Stay informed with the latest updates on the evolving educational situation in Baja California.