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.
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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.
Focus on road safety at schools in Saxony
For first-graders in particular, the journey to school often poses a safety risk. This is also shown by a large-scale control campaign at the start of school. Many vehicles are traveling too fast.
Schools discover monuments with the Pegasus program
The Pegasus heritage preservation program promotes interest in cultural heritage in schools. With state funding, contemporary testimonies are researched - and the unknown is also discovered.
Learning groups instead of absenteeism - teacher shortage project in Saxony
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.
Saxony expands cooperation with Yad Vashem
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.
Saxony on course: legal entitlement to all-day care by 2030
Minister of Education Piwarz takes stock of all-day care in Saxony and emphasizes the good starting position for the future.
402 young people in Saxony with a dream grade of 1.0 at A-levels
This year, 402 young people in Saxony passed their Abitur or Fachhochschulreife with a dream grade of 1.0. Minister Piwarz and Minister President Kretschmer congratulated them.
Summer vacation in Saxony: Pupils receive report cards
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.
Avoidable daily roadworks before the start of the vacations in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia
Autobahn GmbH announces measures to avoid traffic jams before the summer vacation in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia.
First graduates at the Dresden University School
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.
German School Award: Great joy in Leipzig about the final round
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.
German School Award: Great joy in Leipzig about the final round
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 Leipzig in the final round for the German School Award 2024
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.
Fruit trees and bee colonies: most beautiful school gardens chosen
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, ..
Alliance calls for sufficient school places for children from refugee families in Saxony
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.
Start-up opportunities program for schools in Saxony
30 elementary school and 30 secondary schools in Saxony benefit from the Startchancen program for better educational opportunities.
60 schools to benefit from the Startchancen program soon
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 ..
60 schools to benefit from the Startchancen program soon
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 ..
Independent voters warn of school system collapse
The Free Voters (FW) in Saxony believe that the integration of children and young people with foreign roots into the school system is no longer guaranteed and warn of a collapse. "The figures show alarming conditions. The number of preparatory classes for German as a second language has almost doubl ..
Dispute over the mayor's participation in the school festival
The mayor of Pirna, Tim Lochner, is close to the AfD, even though he is not a member of the party himself. High school students in the town are now resisting Lochner's invitation to their school party.
Saxony wants to promote healthier out-of-home catering
Canteens in Saxony are to offer people healthier, more regional and organic food in future. "In canteens and school catering with their tight budgets, it is still a great challenge to cook regionally and bioregionally," said Saxony's Minister of Agriculture Wolfram Günther (Greens) on Wednesday at t ..
Recording the workload of teachers
The GEW is also calling for teachers to record their working hours. A study commissioned by the union proved that they are burdened by non-work activities - the Ministry of Education now wants to know exactly.
Elementary school can apply for toy equipment
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 ..
Numerous cases of whooping cough in daycare centers and schools in Chemnitz
An unusually high number of cases of whooping cough have been reported from schools and nurseries in Chemnitz. A total of 33 cases have already been reported this year, compared to only 24 in the entire previous year, as the city administration reported on Friday. In the past three weeks alone, eigh ..
New education plan for Saxony presented
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?
Particularly unequal educational opportunities in Saxony
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.
Piwarz sees "Digital Pact 2.0" in danger
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.
Piwarz sees "Digital Pact 2.0" in danger
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.
Saxony strengthens school social work and focuses on quality assurance
Saxony transfers more powers to school authorities to examine specialists. The focus shifts to quality development.
"Reading scouts" in action at schools for another two years
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 wants to carefully develop its education policy
Evolution instead of revolution: this is the slogan under which Saxony intends to further develop its school system in future. A key success factor of Saxony's education policy is the good balance between innovation, systematic and continuous quality development and stability, said Minister of Educa ..
Saxony wants to carefully develop its education policy
Evolution instead of revolution: this is the slogan under which Saxony intends to further develop its school system in future. A key success factor of Saxony's education policy is the good balance between innovation, systematic and continuous quality development and stability, said Minister of Educa ..
Teacher Jana Bioly from the Vogtland region honored with German Teacher Award
Teacher Jana Bioly from Vogtland was honored for her outstanding work in math and chemistry lessons. Pupils praised her empathy and commitment.
"Our Mathemuddi": Teacher brings prize to Saxony
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 ..
Music schools want a solution to the problem with freelancers
Case law has classified freelancers in various sectors as subject to social security contributions, which not only threatens additional financial claims. This is also becoming a problem for music schools.
Passenger association Pro Bahn calls for student Germany ticket as an upgrade option for Saxony
The passenger association Pro Bahn is calling for the introduction of a student Germany ticket in Saxony as an upgrade option to the education ticket in order to offer students a cost-effective way to travel throughout Germany.
German School Award 2024: School with a zoo hopes for success
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 begin for over 21,100 secondary school pupils and special needs pupils in Saxony
Final exams are coming up for 21,100 secondary school pupils in Saxony. Minister of Education Christian Piwarz wishes them every success.
Alliance calls for expansion of school social work
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 ..
Alliance calls for nationwide expansion of school social work in Saxony
Trade union, parents' and pupils' councils and secondary school teachers' association call for expansion of school social work by 2030.
Public transport strikes during A-level exams: Review demanded
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.
Saxon government promotes cooperation between schools and companies
Saxon government calls for closer cooperation between schools and companies to promote STEM subjects and the next generation of skilled workers.
Saxony's heads of government and education ministers promote close cooperation between schools and companies
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.
Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht criticizes the Left for abolishing school grades
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) criticizes the Left Party in Bavaria for its decision on education policy and the abolition of school grades.
Police check speed with pupils at elementary school in Saxony
Police check speed with pupils at selected elementary school in Saxony as part of the "Blitz for Kids" campaign.
EU school program for fruit, vegetables and milk: start of applications
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.
Abitur exams begin: Piwarz wishes good luck
The Abitur examinations begin on Tuesday for around 10,647 pupils at general secondary schools, colleges and evening grammar schools in Saxony. Minister of Education Christian Piwarz (CDU) wished those affected every success on Monday. "The goal is within reach. Now it's time to hold your nerve and ..
Many lessons canceled at schools in Saxony
Many lessons were canceled at schools in Saxony in the first half of the year. Secondary schools and special schools were particularly affected. The Ministry of Culture has an explanation.
80 percent of schools use corona catch-up program
According to the Ministry of Education, 80% of schools in Saxony are using the learning budget provided by the Free State to mitigate the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic. A total of 1132 schools took advantage of the "Flexible Learning Budget" program launched at the beginning of the 2023/2 ..
Two Saxon elementary school hope to win the German School Award
Two elementary school from Saxony are in the next round of the competition for the German School Award 2024. "The fact that the two elementary school are taking part in the next round is a great success in itself," said Saxony's Minister of Culture Christian Piwarz on Wednesday. The CDU politician i ..
Bridge builders wanted for German-Czech border region
Those who want to spend a year building bridges in the German-Czech border region can apply to take part in a funding program until 7 April. The "A Year at the Border" project of the German-Czech Future Fund is already entering its third round, the organizers announced in Prague on Monday. They are ..
Alliance Sahra Wagenknecht warns of 'creeping militarization'
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance warns of a creeping militarization of society and criticizes the war rhetoric of the German government.
Distribution of educational recommendations in Saxony settles at pre-corona level
According to the Ministry of Education, the distribution of educational recommendations in Saxony is returning to pre-coronavirus levels.
Participation in second-chance education in Saxony on the decline
The second-chance education system is being used less and less in Saxony. As the State Statistical Office in Kamenz announced on Thursday, 1867 adults are studying at one of the ten corresponding schools in the state in the current school year - 4.1 percent fewer than in the previous school year. Th ..
Promotion of winter sports in Saxony's schools and kindergartens
Winter sports are to be promoted more strongly in Saxony's schools and kindergartens in future in order to improve children's motor skills.
Saxony will spend around 8600 euros per pupil in 2022
In 2022, Saxony spent around 8600 euros on the education of a pupil at a public school, 200 euros more than in the previous year.
Saxony's primary school pupils receive additional German and subject lessons
Saxony's primary school pupils receive additional German and subject lessons to improve their reading and writing skills. Minister of Education Piwarz announces measures.
Saxony's Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs concerned about increasing violence at schools
Minister of Education Piwarz expresses concern about the increase in acts of violence at schools in Saxony and emphasizes the need for a zero-tolerance strategy.
Ministry of Culture plans new AI tool for Saxon schools
While artificial intelligence is finding its way into everyday school life, trade unions and pupils are calling for standardized offers. Now the Ministry of Education wants to provide teachers with a tool.
Project offers primary school pupils playful access to robotics
A robot set is designed to give primary school pupils in Saxony a playful approach to robotics. Elementary school and after-school care centers can now borrow the self-programming sets free of charge, the Forum for Culture and Education announced in Leipzig on Monday. A playful, creative and also cr ..
Great interest in swimming courses in Saxony
All primary school pupils in Saxony should learn to swim during PE lessons. There is a need to catch up after the coronavirus pandemic.
Pupils explore the world of work during open week for companies
Pupils try out different professions in the open week of companies, supported by more than 1300 companies and institutions.
Saxony's Ministry of Culture supports school newspapers with up to 250 euros
The Saxon Ministry of Culture is funding school newspapers with up to 250 euros for the first issues. Applications can be submitted until May 17.
Discover the variety of private elementary school in Dresden
Private elementary school in Dresden have many advantages. The kindergartens and elementary school lay the foundations for children's education and development.
Saxony hires additional teachers for Ukrainian pupils
653 additional teachers and assistants in Saxony for Ukrainian and other immigrant pupils.
149 incidents with a right-wing extremist background at schools
Swastika graffiti on school buildings, right-wing extremist content in class chats, Hitler salutes - the number of incidents with a right-wing extremist background at schools in Saxony has risen.
Saxony trains trainee teachers for secondary schools and special education in Löbau
Saxony is planning to train trainee teachers for secondary schools and special education in Löbau in order to better meet the demand for teachers in the region.
Half-year reports are distributed
Before the winter vacations, pupils in Saxony receive their half-year reports. Parents and pupils can take stock and think about ways to improve. A hotline of the State Office for Schools and Education is available to answer questions.
Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs awards 35 scholarships for pupils abroad
A stay abroad helps you learn a foreign language. It also shapes personality and self-confidence. 35 pupils from Saxony can now apply for scholarships.
Over half a million pupils in Saxony start the winter vacations
More than 520,000 pupils in Saxony begin their two-week winter vacation at the end of the week and receive their half-year reports on February 9.
Saxony receives 43 million from the Startchancen program
Minister of Education Piwarz speaks of "schools with special challenges and in special situations": Targeted support is now to be provided for these thanks to a federal-state agreement.
Saxony's Ministry of Culture checks the skills of second-graders
The Saxon Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs has the skills of second graders tested in order to identify differences in the student body and determine the necessary support.
More student teachers for STEM subjects in Saxony
Saxony records an increase in student teachers in STEM subjects in the winter semester 2023/24
Working time study for teachers planned for summer
Saxony has hired assistants to relieve teachers at Saxon schools. But how much of a burden are teachers really under? A study is now set to find out.
Journalistic style; Minister of Culture Piwarz praises lateral entrants in Saxon schools
According to Education Minister Christian Piwarz (CDU), lateral entrants will remain an integral part of Saxon schools for the foreseeable future. Saxony has thus embarked on a path that is exemplary throughout Germany.
Some schools closed due to farmers' protests
In the wake of the farmers' protests and road traffic restrictions, there will be no lessons in some schools in Saxony on Monday. A spokesperson for the State Office for Schools and Education said that a few schools were affected. However, there had been no precise inquiry at the schools. In the Erz ..
Despite traffic restrictions: Schools remain open
Saxony's schools are to remain open on Monday despite the announced restrictions on road traffic due to the farmers' protests. "The schools will have to decide in accordance with the regional restrictions to what extent learning time must be arranged at home," the ministry said on Friday in response ..
Saxon Minister of Culture for better early childhood education
Saxony's Minister of Education Christian Piwarz (CDU) is committed to improving early childhood education in order to give all children equal opportunities in the education system.
Top marks, new curricula and more personal responsibility - the schools of the future in Saxony are the subject of controversial debate
Top marks, new curricula and more autonomy for schools - the school of the future is the subject of controversial debate among experts in Saxony.
Another warning strike by teachers and university employees
Teachers and university employees in Saxony have once again called a warning strike on Wednesday. One day before the next round of collective bargaining for state employees, the unions want to put the pressure on once again. They are planning a central rally in front of the Ministry of Finance in Dr ..
Another warning strike by teachers and university employees
Teachers and university employees in Saxony have once again called a warning strike on Wednesday. One day before the next round of collective bargaining for state employees, the unions want to put the pressure on once again. They are planning a central rally in front of the Ministry of Finance in Dr ..
GEW Saxony demands prioritization of education
The renewed Pisa shock for Germany is also a concern for Saxony's school policy. The GEW is calling for swift action and additional funding for a new education package.
Nationwide teacher warning strike on Tuesday: emergency care
With a nationwide "education strike day", the GEW trade union wants to put pressure on collective bargaining in the public sector. Parents and children have to be prepared for some school absences.
Book Day: Schoolchildren receive a story as a gift
Ahead of World Book Day next year, pupils in Saxony are to receive a story written especially for the day as a gift. Teachers of fourth and fifth graders as well as special education and welcome classes have been able to order book vouchers for this purpose since Wednesday, the Saxon Ministry of Cul ..
Kretschmer criticized for words on migrants and schools
Statements by Saxony's Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer on the quality of education in the Free State have been sharply criticized by the SPD.
Schools get money for external staff
Saxony is also responding to the teacher shortage with external personnel. As the Ministry of Education in Dresden announced on Wednesday, 400 schools can independently buy staff in the current school year. Previously, this affected only 114 schools. According to Culture Minister Christian Piwarz (C ..
Hamas attack on Israel becomes topic in Saxon schools
Saxony's Ministry of Culture encourages teachers to address the Middle East conflict in the classroom because students have fears, concerns and questions.
Millions for expansion of all-day care
The Free State provides plenty of 137 million euros for cities, municipalities and counties to promote all-day care. According to a cabinet decision, new or conversion, expansion and renovation of school buildings and after-school care centers and their outdoor facilities can be financed with up to ..
Millions for expansion of all-day care
The Free State provides plenty of 137 million euros for cities, municipalities and counties to promote all-day care. According to a cabinet decision, new or conversion, expansion and renovation of school buildings and after-school care centers and their outdoor facilities can be financed with up to ..
Left calls for educational turnaround in Saxony
The left-wing parliamentary group in the Saxon state parliament is calling for a turnaround in education in view of the poor state of schools.
Ifo study: Little satisfaction with schools
People in eastern Germany rate schools among the worst in Germany, according to an Ifo study. Only in North Rhine-Westphalia was the rating even worse, the Munich-based Ifo Institute reported Tuesday. 19 percent of adults surveyed in Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia gave the grade 4 or worse, 56 ..
These five Saxon schools participate in media pilot project
The Saxon Ministry of Culture has selected five schools for the media project "School and Digital Democracy". As the association Aktion Zivilcourage announced on Wednesday, the high school Flöha-Plaue, the Semper high school Dresden, the Geschwister-Scholl high school Nossen, the Schiller high schoo ..