Dresden student residences struggle with lack of space
The situation on the Dresden housing market is tight. This also applies to places in student residences. A new hall of residence should bring relief.
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More lateral entrants hired for Saxon schools
New lateral entrants are an integral part of Saxon schools. More were recruited this year than in previous years.
Federal "Young Living" program creates new residential home places in Saxony
In Saxony, additional places in halls of residence for students and trainees are being created with federal aid. However, the Left Party believes this is not enough.
Students criticize police operation at Leipzig University
There is a police operation at Leipzig University due to the disruption of an event on sex work. Student representatives are outraged.
Alternative teaching internship at selected secondary schools in eastern Saxony - second pilot phase launched
At TU Dresden, the second pilot phase of the project to better intertwine theory and practice in teacher training has begun. The internship runs throughout the semester and allows participating students to grow into the role of teachers whilst mitigating the shortage of teachers in East Saxony.
Saxony's best young speakers chosen in the state parliament
In a competition in the state parliament, pupils from grades 8 to 12 competed in the art of free speech. The best were chosen by a jury.
Peter Bernshausen is the new Chancellor of Chemnitz University of Technology
The 47-year-old administrative expert Peter Bernshausen has been appointed as the new Chancellor of Chemnitz University of Technology. The post had previously been held provisionally for several years.
Plenary Student Assembly calls on Leipzig University to consistently defend against right-wing extremism
Students are calling on the university to send a clear signal against right-wing violence, discrimination and unequal treatment. To this end, they have now presented a paper of demands.
Saxony's schools dispense with grades in most subjects
No more bad grades: the dream of many pupils is becoming reality in a school trial in Saxony. However, there are no more A's for good performance.
Over 16 million euros in funding for trainee residences
There is a financial injection for the construction and modernization of dormitories for vocational school students and trainees.
Pilot project in Saxony aims to reduce teaching absences
In a new project, pupils are trying out a new digitally supported form of learning. The additional offer is also intended to minimize absences from lessons.
Lectures for the young and curious
Many universities in Saxony offer lectures for children. In Leipzig, one of the topics is fake content on the internet.
More than 12,000 part-time students in the Southeast
In Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, some universities offer part-time courses - but there are differences in the three federal states, as an analysis shows.
KSS criticizes Ministry of Science for gender ban at universities
No special characters should be used inside words in official university documents. According to the Ministry of Science, the language should be understandable. The KSS protests.
TU Chemnitz becomes scientific partner of the German Ski Association
Top-class sport is hardly conceivable today without science. The German Ski Association is now relying on the expertise of researchers from Chemnitz.
GEW calls for further steps after daycare moratorium in Saxony
Saxony wants to retain staff in daycare centers, even if the number of girls and boys is declining. According to the GEW trade union, however, this is not enough.
Performance test at Saxon elementary school reveals strengths and weaknesses
Saxony always gets good marks in educational tests. However, according to the Ministry of Education, the proportion of primary school pupils with deficits in reading, writing and arithmetic is also growing here.
Saxony's Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs supports alternative learning projects for pupils at risk of leaving school
The state wants to help pupils who have problems learning or refuse to go to school to find their way back to learning. This is intended to achieve a clear goal.
Saxony is doing well: satisfaction with schools at a high level
Economic researchers wanted to know how German citizens rate the performance of their schools. Only a few federal states rate their educational institutions better than Saxony.
GEW Saxony calls for a moratorium on daycare centers and a better staffing ratio
The number of children in Saxony is expected to fall in the coming years. Will staff have to leave or will nurseries even have to close? A moratorium should prevent this.
Saxony remains the leader in the education monitor
The Free State has been at the top of the comparative study for years. But in which areas is there still a need for action in Saxony?
Left party calls for daycare moratorium in Saxony
The number of children in Saxony is expected to fall in the coming years. Will staff have to leave or even close nurseries as a result? A moratorium should prevent this.
Institute for Midwifery founded in Leipzig
The dual study program Bachelor of Science Midwifery has been available at Leipzig University since 2021. Now the next step follows.
Gender ban in schools: DGB negative prize for minister
Saxony's schools are restrictive when it comes to gendering. This has now earned Minister of Education Piwarz a negative award from the DGB. He counters: "Gender signs are not suitable for everyday use."
Saxony improves swimming lessons for children of pre-school and primary school age
When children can swim safely, the risk of swimming accidents is reduced. This is why swimming lessons cannot be started early enough.
Pilot project to strengthen school management in dealing with pupils' mental health problems
The Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs wants to provide school administrators with help for dealing with pupils with mental health problems. Minister Piwarz sees this as an important contribution to teacher health.
Young nurse competes for gold at the World Skills Championships
Anna Telle has the German championship title in the bag, now she wants to crown her passion for nursing with international gold. The Chemnitz native is undergoing intensive training to achieve this.
55,000 signatures handed over: Alliance demands educational leave in Saxony
Almost all federal states have a legal entitlement to educational leave or training leave. A referendum should ensure that Saxony follows suit.
Daycare center staff sick more often than other employees
Many nurseries are already short of staff. In addition, there are more days lost due to illness than in other areas, according to a study by the Bertelsmann Stiftung.