Many creators adopt pleated skirts and blazers to participate in fashion trends known as "Dark Academia" or "Schoolcore."

Music often uses the "colegiala" theme to depict youth and flirtation, sometimes sparking modern debate over the sexualization of minors. "La Colegiala" (Cumbia Classic): Composed by Walter León Aguilar and famously performed by Rodolfo Aicardi

: Some reviews argue this content creates a shared sense of vulnerability and can serve as a tool for discussing social issues. Conversely, critics often point to the saturation of schoolgirl-themed media in television as potentially problematic or sensationalist.

A satirical stop-motion series using fashion dolls to parody high school social hierarchies. It evolved from a viral sketch into a full series known for its irreverent humor. Coming-of-Age Dramas: Shows like Sex Education Degrassi: The Next Generation