This week, the United States and China reached a major agreement to pause their trade war, temporarily dropping tariffs on goods traded between the two countries. Even though this sounds like a global issue and not an issue for us as students, it could impact us right here in our school.
The new agreement, which lasts 90 days, reduces tariffs by a lot on many imported items. For example, U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods dropped from 145% to 30%, while China cut its tariffs from 125% to 10%. These changes happened because both countries wanted to ease tensions and create space for future negotiations.
So how does this affect us? First, schools across the country—including ours—use all kinds of technology made in China, like Chromebooks, computers, and tablets. With lower tariffs, these devices could become cheaper or at least avoid becoming more expensive. That’s obviously good news for students and teachers who rely on technology every day.
School supplies could also be impacted. Many items like calculators, desks, and even classroom decorations come from Chinese factories. Lower costs might mean less budget cuts, better materials, or more funds for extracurriculars and events.
Even our cafeteria could benefit. Packaging, utensils, or food ingredients sometimes come from overseas, and the trade pause may help keep lunch prices lower.
While the agreement is only temporary, it’s a step toward lower tariffs. Even though it’s a global problem, its effects could come down to improving our life in our classrooms.
