New rector wants to attract more students to Freiberg
For the first time in its long history, the Bergakademie in Freiberg will be headed by a woman. What plans does the new rector have for her time in office?
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Current news and updates on education, schools and LernSax from Saxony, Dresden, Chemnitz and Leipzig.
Thousands of new students at Saxony's universities
Thousands of young people are currently starting their studies at Saxony's universities. What trends the universities are observing and which degree courses are particularly popular.
Thousands of new students at Saxony's universities
Thousands of young people are currently starting their studies at Saxony's universities. What trends the universities are observing and which degree courses are particularly popular.
Teacher with 2.5 hours overtime per week during school hours
During teaching weeks, Saxony's teachers work significantly longer than they should. The workload is particularly heavy for part-time staff.
Playrooms for elementary school in Saxony
Learning through play: this is the aim of an initiative that equips elementary school in Germany with board games. More schools in Saxony are now taking part in the program.
Saxony opens liaison office for students in Vietnam
The Free State of Bavaria is recruiting students in Vietnam - and therefore potential employees. A new liaison office has been opened for this purpose.
Two Saxon schools successful at German School Award
The German School Award recognizes institutions with particularly good quality. This year, two schools from Saxony have received awards.
Saxony with a high proportion of skilled workers in daycare centers
Saxony's daycare centers are near the top in terms of the proportion of qualified specialists. Overall, the east is in a much better position.
Minister: No blanket ban on cell phones in schools
Experts recommend banning smartphones up to the tenth grade, but the federal states are focusing on individual solutions and more media skills in schools.
Ministers plan more cooperation in teacher shortage
More study places for special needs teachers, joint training courses and digital solutions: The responsible ministers from Thuringia, Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt want to work more closely together.
Daycare center project in Dresden: "Treasure chests" for health
Learning to live healthily - with stories, puzzles and games: Dresden daycare centers get a special "treasure chest" for everyday life.
AI chatbot to be introduced in schools in 2026
Pupils in Saxony will soon be able to learn with AI - and teachers will receive digital support. What is behind the "Telli" chatbot?
More independent schools in Saxony - concerns about teacher shortage
Waldorf schools, Montessori and the like are in demand - but falling pupil numbers and the battle for young teachers are presenting them with new challenges. What this means for parents and teachers.
Rector of TU Dresden begins second term of office
Ursula Staudinger is starting her second term in office as Rector of TU Dresden. She believes that the coming years will be decisive for the university.
Chemnitz woman wins gold at the European Vocational Championships in Denmark
She is only 21 and already a European champion: Anna Telle from Chemnitz. At the European Professional Championships in Denmark, participants from Germany not only won medals in nursing.
GEW: Unfilled head teacher positions a serious problem
More than 50 principal positions in Saxony are vacant. The GEW chairman sees the reason for this in the high workload and short-term requirements for head teachers.
Saxony defends first place in education study
It's almost routine: Saxony has once again been declared the winner in education this year in a study by the German Economic Institute. Why?
More money for additional nursery staff
More support for children in difficult situations: From July 2026, 20 Saxon daycare centers will benefit from additional staff and EU funding. What this means for families.
Saxony: Fewer traffic violations at the start of school
The police in Saxony carried out comprehensive checks at the start of the school year. Speeding was a particularly frequent offense - and inadequate child restraints were also noticed.
SPD and Greens want disadvantage compensation for dyscalculia
Those who suffer from dyscalculia have difficulties with numbers and quantities. On average, two pupils per class are affected. The SPD wants to improve equal opportunities.
AfD wants a German flag in front of every public school
Saxony's schools have problems such as a lack of teachers and a lack of lessons. The AfD sees another problem - the German flag is missing.
Palucca University celebrates its 100th birthday
The Palucca University of Dance is only outdated in view of its founding date. The dance halls are very lively - with classical and modern dance as well as improvisation.
Greens see shortcomings in heat protection in nurseries and schools
Summer is drawing to a close, but the right way to deal with heat will remain an issue in the future. The Greens in the state parliament are calling for a strategy for heat protection in daycare centers and schools.
More staff at Saxony's universities - few female professors
More than half of the staff at Saxon universities are women. However, they are underrepresented in one group.
Minister of Culture Clemens invites to "cell phone summit" in Dresden
At the symposium, experts and politicians discuss the use of smartphones in schools. A new survey shows how elementary school in Saxony deal with it.
Expert hearing in the state parliament: Educational time in focus
The debate about time off for further training continues. 14 federal states have long since introduced this right. Following a popular motion, it is now also a topic in the Saxon state parliament.
Minister of Culture announces "significant supplement" for teachers
Saxony's Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs wants to reduce teaching absences with new incentives and more flexible staff deployment. What exactly is planned?
School year 2024/2025: Almost every tenth lesson canceled
The high number of lost hours at Saxon schools had already become apparent in the first half of the 2024/2025 school year. Now the figure of 9.2 percent absenteeism is in black and white.
Saxony attracts students from Chile
Saxony presents itself worldwide as a federal state with good study conditions. As of now, there is also a contact point for prospective students in South America - in the Chilean capital.