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Studying medicine without an A-level? No problem! Saxony's rural doctor quota offers an alternative way to study medicine. The application period runs until the end of February
Studying medicine without an A-level? No problem! Saxony's rural doctor quota offers an alternative way to study medicine. The application period runs until the end of February
People with disabilities are sometimes reluctant to attend courses at adult education centers. This is because many of these institutions are still not completely barrier-free. This is now set to change in Saxony.
The grades for the first semester are due on Friday, then it's off to the two-week winter vacation. There is a dedicated hotline for problems or poor grades.
Things are getting serious for thousands of families in Saxony: the fourth graders receive their educational recommendations - and thus set the course for their future at school.
Full classes, a lack of teachers, increasing pressure: Saxony's schools are facing a stress test. The GEW warns of dramatic shortfalls in teaching and calls for urgent action.
Should the child go to grammar school or secondary school after elementary school? Primary school pupils in Saxony receive their recommendation for secondary school with their last half-year report.
You have to pass four state exams to be able to work as a driving instructor. Interest in the job is growing in Saxony.
There is a shortage of 1,400 teachers in Saxony's schools. Minister of Education Conrad Clemens wants to bring another group of teachers into the classroom alongside lateral entrants.
There is a shortage of 1,400 teachers in Saxony. From the trade union's point of view, the problem lies in the government's personnel policy.
There are too few teachers for too many pupils in Saxony. Teaching according to the timetable is not guaranteed everywhere. According to the ministry, the situation is precarious at secondary schools and special schools.
More and more children are struggling with the basic skills of reading, writing and arithmetic when they start elementary school. A new education plan for the very young is intended to help.
CDU politician Conrad Clemens wants to see for himself the problems facing schools. A lot of work awaits the new Minister of Education.
Sören Pellmann, member of the Bundestag, has called for compulsory school social work at grammar schools.
In Dresden, pupils were able to gain an insight into the world of 3D printing - and take gifts home with them at the end.
Climate protection, artificial intelligence and sustainability - Saxon schools cooperate with regional companies in a special field.
The CDU and SPD have agreed on a compulsory pre-school year in the coalition negotiations. However, the education trade union GEW considers the funding of daycare centers to be the more controversial issue.
Saxony's daycare centers have comparatively well-trained educators - but staff shortages make everyday life difficult. Experts show how child-friendly care can still succeed.
HTWK Leipzig scores with innovative research projects: The university received more than one million euros in funding from the German Research Foundation between 2020 and 2022.
The federal and state government's Startchancen program aims to increase equal opportunities for pupils - regardless of their social background. A total of 58 schools are participating 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.
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.
There is a financial injection for the construction and modernization of dormitories for vocational school students and trainees.
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.
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.
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.
The flooding of the Elbe has put work on the partially collapsed Carola Bridge in Dresden on hold. Now it continues. In addition, the supply of district heating is to be secured.
Young film talents in Saxony have the chance to win an award for their projects at the "film ab!" film festival. Pupils can submit their films until November.
Young film talents in Saxony have the chance to win an award for their projects at the "film ab!" film festival. Pupils can submit their films until November.
Adults who have problems with reading and writing are to find help in seven new basic education centers in Saxony in the future. The facilities will be located in rural areas.
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.
No fewer than 14 children fell ill with measles in the Vogtland region at the beginning of the year. Since then, there has only been one more case. Nevertheless, the number of cases is far higher than in 2023.
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.
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 is a state rich in monuments. Billions are invested in the preservation and maintenance of its unique heritage, including by the state. Hundreds of objects are opened to the public every year - even those that are otherwise closed.
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?
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."
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.
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.
Almost all federal states have a legal entitlement to educational leave or training leave. A referendum should ensure that Saxony follows suit.
The AfD is only in second place in the polls in Saxony. The party leader is combative and is focusing on two issues in particular.
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.
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.
The winners of a Saxon scholarship will travel abroad for a school visit in September. The stay is intended to support the young people on their path to independence.
There is a legal entitlement to educational leave in all federal states except Bavaria and Saxony. In the smaller of the two states, a referendum is now set to remedy the situation.
During the summer vacations, special books for children and young people are always on offer in Saxony's libraries. They can be borrowed free of charge after registering - and readers can vote for the best title.
Thousands of young people from Germany and abroad study at Saxony's universities. They have been recruiting young talent for years - who, in the best case scenario, stay after graduation.
It is one of many school trials nationwide: In Dresden, the city and TU are testing a unique concept with more flexibility and freedom with the university school. The results are positive.
Pupil numbers in Saxony have risen again, especially at state schools. However, the lack of teaching staff remains a major problem. In addition, many children are still unable to find a school place.
The shortage of teachers in Saxony remains a challenge despite the recruitment of more than 1000 new teachers. Minister of Education Piwarz comments on the situation and the measures.
The Saxon SPD plans to improve childcare and provide financial relief for parents and local authorities despite declining child numbers.
Most primary school pupils in Saxony are also looked after all day. After learning reading, writing or arithmetic, they play and romp around in the school building - and need a nice environment to do so.
Exhibition opening with ceremony in the New Town Hall Dresden. With Werner Rellecke, SLpB, Kristina Winkler, City of Dresden, and Dr. Verena Böll, SLpB. On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, 6-8 pm, Foyer Goldene Pforte, admission free.
No one is too small for education and good support. In Saxony, there is a debate about how early childhood education in kindergartens can be improved.
Eastern Saxony is one of the regions particularly affected by the shortage of teachers. Lusatian schools are now testing a completely new model to ease the situation - with success.
Most degree programs in Germany are open to all high school graduates. However, some have admission restrictions. In Saxony, there are significant differences between the cities.
Most degree programs in Germany are open to all high school graduates. However, some have admission restrictions. In Saxony, there are significant differences between the cities.
The Free State of Bavaria has been cooperating with the Israeli memorial for years. On site, teachers can prepare for lessons on the Holocaust and how to deal with anti-Semitism.
Minister of Education Piwarz takes stock of all-day care in Saxony and emphasizes the good starting position for the future.
Saxony has doubled its funding for the exchange program with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in order to strengthen bilateral relations and intensify cooperation.
For the first time, Saxony has agreed a partnership with Uganda to strengthen cooperation in various areas.
Pupils in Saxony start their summer vacation and receive their school reports. Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs provides information on graduation figures and report hotline.
The Dresden University School is a school experiment. The city and TU are testing a unique concept, without a vacation dogma and break bell - but with more flexibility and freedom.
By the beginning of August, 116 public libraries in Saxony will once again be offering special books for 11 to 16-year-olds during the summer vacations. "Whether fantasy, love stories, exciting novels or non-fiction, the offer is broad and up-to-date, there is something for every taste," announced t ..
Geschwister-Scholl-Grundschule has made it to the final of the German School Award. The winner of the main prize will be decided in October.
Geschwister-Scholl-Grundschule has made it to the final of the German School Award. The winner of the main prize will be decided in October.
The school management of Geschwister-Scholl-Grundschule in Leipzig is proud to have made it to the final round of the German School Award 2024.
In Saxony, the schools with the most beautiful school gardens have been chosen and rewarded with prize money. As the Saxon State Ministry of Culture announced in a press release on Friday, the state winners, the Cossebaude secondary school in Dresden and the International Grammar School in Meerane, ..
The "Right to School for All" alliance criticizes the lack of school places for children from refugee families in Saxon schools and points out the serious consequences.
30 elementary school and 30 secondary schools in Saxony benefit from the Startchancen program for better educational opportunities.
From the coming school year, 30 elementary school and 30 secondary schools in Saxony are to benefit from the so-called Startchancenprogramm. "The federal and state government's Starting Opportunities Program is intended to give children and young people better educational opportunities regardless of ..
Several studies show that the reading skills of children in Germany are deteriorating. An innovative project at Chemnitz University of Technology has tackled this problem: CLELO, a non-profit research project headed by Prof. Dr. Herbert Endres.
From the coming school year, 30 elementary school and 30 secondary schools in Saxony are to benefit from the so-called Startchancenprogramm. "The federal and state government's Starting Opportunities Program is intended to give children and young people better educational opportunities regardless of ..
The Saxon SPD criticizes the Ministry of Finance for planned spending cuts in the areas of education and social affairs.
New teacher training course at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences to counteract teacher shortage in Upper Lusatia from winter semester 2025/26
Primary schools in Saxony can apply for the "Play makes school" competition and win free toy equipment. Committed parent and support associations can also get involved in consultation with teachers and submit an idea paper, as announced by the Saxon Ministry of Culture in Dresden on Monday. The aim ..
The composer and trumpeter Lars Seniuk has been elected as the new rector of the Dresden University of Music. Seniuk has already declared his acceptance of the election, the university announced in Dresden on Thursday. The election was based on a nomination made by a selection committee consisting o ..
Composer and trumpeter Lars Seniuk is to become the new rector of the Dresden University of Music. He takes over the position from Axel Köhler.
Saxony's schools are to become fit for the future. To this end, the Ministry of Education has developed a plan that includes a number of innovations. Will there be more alternatives to school grades in future?
Saxony's universities receive seven billion euros in basic funding for the years 2025 to 2032. Grant agreement signed.
At Saxony's universities, fewer young people graduated with a Bachelor's degree in 2023 than in the previous year. The number of degrees fell by 7.4 percent to 6,690, as announced by the State Statistical Office on Tuesday. In contrast, the number of master's degrees rose by 5.4 percent to 6102. 148 ..
More than 32,000 people support demands for better conditions in Saxony's kindergartens.
For children whose parents do not have an Abitur, the chance of attending a grammar school is low. This applies nationwide, but in Bavaria the probability is lower than in other federal states.
The federal government has been negotiating a continuation of the digital pact with the federal states for a long time. Since the traffic light coalition is short of money, negotiations have become even tougher. The federal states are now putting pressure on the federal government to act.
The federal government has been negotiating a continuation of the digital pact with the federal states for a long time. Since the traffic light coalition is short of money, negotiations have become even tougher. The federal states are now putting pressure on the federal government to act.
So-called reading scouts are to encourage reading at schools in Saxony for a further two years. The Reading Foundation's project will be funded with 50,000 euros until the end of 2025, the Ministry of Culture announced in Dresden on Tuesday. Since 2006, around 1,000 "reading scouts" have been trying ..
Saxony's DGB Chairman Markus Schlimbach condemns the attacks on election campaigners from various democratic parties in Saxony.
The Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs (KMK) is forecasting rising numbers of first-year students in Saxony until 2035. An increase is also expected throughout Germany.
Teacher Jana Bioly from Vogtland was honored for her outstanding work in math and chemistry lessons. Pupils praised her empathy and commitment.
Teacher Jana Bioly from the Vogtland region has been awarded the German Teachers' Prize. She teaches mathematics and chemistry at Julius-Mosen-Gymnasium in Oelsnitz. When nominating her, the students praised her empathy, her commitment and her exciting way of teaching, according to the Heraeus Educa ..
The Thomas Müntzer Primary School in Schkeuditz, north of Leipzig, wants to score points at this year's German School Award with its unique concept. "The judges already visited us on April 8 and 9 and were very impressed by our concept in terms of the school community, integration and the involvemen ..
Final exams are coming up for 21,100 secondary school pupils in Saxony. Minister of Education Christian Piwarz wishes them every success.
An alliance of trade unions, parents' and pupils' councils and the secondary school teachers' association has called for the nationwide expansion of school social work in Saxony. "Media consumption, violence, bullying and stress among children and young people have been on the rise for years," said ..
Trade union, parents' and pupils' councils and secondary school teachers' association call for expansion of school social work by 2030.
An analysis by the CHE shows that many school leavers in Saxony stay close to home to study. Proximity to home and increased costs play a role in this.
Young people aged 16 and over can now use the German National Library's reading rooms in Leipzig and Frankfurt am Main free of charge. Lowering the age limit from 18 to 16 is intended to promote freedom of information and freedom of expression, among other things, the library announced on Wednesday. ..
The announced warning strikes in local transport coincide with the exam period. The Saxon Minister of Education is concerned about the pupils and is calling for a review of the strike plans.
The head of the Saxon government and the Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs are advocating increased cooperation between schools and companies in order to promote interest in STEM subjects.
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) criticizes the Left Party in Bavaria for its decision on education policy and the abolition of school grades.
Schools and daycare centers have until mid-April to apply for the program, which provides children with two portions of fruit, vegetables or milk per week.