Mexico City.- After the festivities for the Day of the Dead, we find ourselves in the final stretch of 2024 and many people will still enjoy more than two long weekends in November 2024. For this reason, here we tell you how many holidays are left this month in Mexico, according to what the school calendar of the Ministry of Public Education indicates (SEP) and the Federal Labor Law (LFT).
Long weekend: when is the first mega-bridge of November?
According to the LFT, in the month of November there is an official holiday and mandatory rest day for all workers and students in the country and it is the Monday, November 18, 2024the date on which the Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution will be commemorated, so the megabridge will be from Friday the 17th to Monday the 20th.
This is due to the fact that two of the days of rest correspond to Saturday and Sunday, while On Friday the 17th there will be administrative download of the SEP and Monday, November 20, is a mandatory rest for the anniversary of the Mexican Revolution. And classes will resume until Tuesday, November 21st.
In fact, the date on which the Mexican Revolution Day is November 20 2024, but for several years now some anniversaries have been moved to Monday so that people can enjoy a three-day long weekend of rest.
But the best of all is that for millions of students there is still more bridge to enjoy this month.
SEP: what other megabridges will there be in November 2024 in Mexico?
In November there are two megabridges, but they will only apply to preschool, primary and secondary school students, according to the school calendar of the Ministry of Public Education (SEP).
- After the suspension of the 18th due to it being a holiday, Friday, November 22 There will be no classes for students, since it is up to teachers to record grades in the system.
- And it adds up another day of rest: Friday, November 29, since the teachers will have a School Technical Council Meeting, so the students stay at home.
How much should they pay me if I work on November 18?
As the Federal Labor Law works, November 18 will be a mandatory day of rest, but if you have to work, the good news is that You will receive triple payment.
Article 75 of the LFT states that, on holidays, employers and workers must determine the number of people who must provide their services.
Those who must report to work normally will have the right to receive, regardless of the salary that corresponds to them for the mandatory rest, a double salary for the service provided, that is, a triple salary.
For example, if they pay you 500 pesos a day, they must deposit this amount and a thousand more pesos, that is, a total of 1,500 pesos in your payroll.
What are the bridges in November 2024?
For all students who carry out their basic education studies in a public school, they will enjoy three bridges in the month of November.
- Monday November 18, 2024: All students in Mexico will have three days off for the Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution.
- Friday, November 22, 2024: Students from SEP public schools do not go to classes from November 22 to 24 because grade registration is carried out that Friday, also known as administrative discharge, so there are no activities in preschool, primary and secondary schools .
- Friday, November 29, 2024: Public school students do not have classes until Monday, December 2 because it is the last Friday of the month, which means that the regular session of the School Technical Council (CTE) is held.
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**Title: Gearing Up for November: A Holiday Interview with Time Management Expert Ana Torres**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Ana. With the Day of the Dead festivities winding down, many are already looking forward to the November holidays. Can you explain what these upcoming “megabridges” entail for workers and students in Mexico?
**Ana Torres:** Absolutely! In November 2024, there are significant holidays lined up that create what we call “megabridges.” The most notable is on Monday, November 18, which commemorates the Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution. This creates a long weekend from Friday, November 17, to Monday, November 20. It’s a fantastic opportunity for relaxation and travel, especially since classes won’t resume until Tuesday, November 21!
**Interviewer:** That sounds exciting! Are there additional holidays for students specifically in November?
**Ana Torres:** Yes, indeed. In addition to the megabridge for the Mexican Revolution, students in preschool, primary, and secondary education will also enjoy two more bridging days. After the holidays, on Friday, November 22, there will be no classes because teachers are required to record grades. Then, on Friday, November 29, students will have another day off for a School Technical Council Meeting. So, it’s quite a month for students!
**Interviewer:** For those who may need to work during the holiday, what does the Federal Labor Law say about compensation?
**Ana Torres:** Good question! According to the Federal Labor Law, November 18 is a mandatory day of rest. However, if you do end up working on that day, you will be compensated with triple pay. It’s a significant incentive for employees to consider—if you have to work, it can be quite rewarding!
**Interviewer:** Do you have any tips for people on how to best manage their time and plan for these upcoming breaks?
**Ana Torres:** Absolutely! I always recommend planning a bit ahead. For instance, with all the long weekends, it’s a great opportunity to spend quality time with family or take short trips. Make use of these breaks for self-care, relaxation, or even catching up on personal projects. Just remember to also enjoy some down time—this is what these holidays are all about!
**Interviewer:** Wise advice, Ana! Thank you for sharing your insights on the upcoming holidays in November.
**Ana Torres:** Thank you for having me! Enjoy the holidays!
