I try to plan my travel day so that I can arrive at a location in daylight, have a look around and find the best and cheapest possible accommodation. Whenever and wherever I have a chance to speak to Mexicans I do so. I'm a little nervous because my Spanish is so limited. I think all of the Mexican border officials are required to speak some basic English, but are not fluent. Everyone has been very polite and helpful.
Students wear school uniforms.
Boys wear white or khaki long pants and a white shirt. Students carry backpacks just like Canadian students.