Marx Arriaga, recently dismissed from his position as director of Educational Materials at Mexico's Secretariat of Public Education, vacated his office shortly after receiving his termination notice.
Marx Arriaga, who served as the director general of Educational Materials at Mexico's Secretariat of Public Education (SEP), has vacated his office following his termination. Amid cries of support from colleagues, Arriaga stepped out of the office while stating that he would leave in just five minutes after receiving an official document of his dismissal. His departure comes during a tense political climate within the SEP, and he has been vocal about various issues affecting educational staffing during his tenure.
Arriaga, who earned an annual salary of 1.6 million pesos, expressed that the document he received was sufficient for him to clear out his belongings. Despite the abrupt end to his directorship, he noted that he continued to work on important tasks, including the signing of contracts for temporary staff, before his exit. His commitment to the educational community remains strong, as he mentioned plans to return to teaching.
The circumstances of his dismissal have raised questions about the ongoing leadership dynamics within the SEP, particularly concerning the influence of political figures. Arriaga's departure might signal a broader change within the ministry that could impact educational policies and staff employment in the future, as allies in the educational sector rally against perceived injustices and instability linked to leadership within the SEP.
