Schools decide for themselves on measures in the event of heat
Longer breaks or shorter lessons: Saxony's pupils have to keep a cool head just a few days after the end of the vacations. Because learning in the heat is not easy.
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Study: Over 60 percent of graduates stay in Saxony
The minister responsible speaks of a "sticky effect". The fact is that the majority of graduates from Saxon universities remain loyal to the Free State and take up employment here.
More doctoral students at Saxony's universities
More and more students in Saxony are aiming for a doctorate. Almost half of them are women.
School year in Saxony begins with more pupils
New school year, old problems. For around 534,000 girls and boys, the school year begins again after the vacations. The anxious question of lost lessons remains.
48 schools use anti-bullying project - positive results
An anti-bullying project has been running at schools in Saxony for two years. Participating classes report a better climate, teachers attest to the practicality of the platform
Fewer Bafög recipients in Saxony
The funding is intended to help young people with their training and increase their chances in professional life. It is now apparent that fewer students are taking advantage of the funding.
Saxony evaluates school network plan for vocational schools
Saxony has deliberately located vocational schools in rural areas. Now the school network is to be inspected.
Trade union warns of double crisis in the education system
According to the education union GEW, the new school year in Saxony is set to be a gloomy one.
Teaching absenteeism in Saxony to decrease noticeably
A new school year begins next Monday in Saxony - and for around 37,000 first-graders, a new chapter in their lives. The Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs wants to reduce the number of lessons missed.
Mental stress: Diakonie alarmed before the start of school
School starts again in Saxony on Monday. For some pupils, however, this also means pressure to perform and psychological crises.
Special gender symbols remain banned in Saxony's schools
In Saxony's schools, gendering with special characters is not permitted and is considered a mistake. This will not change with the new Minister of Education Clemens.
Jutta Emes appointed new rector of the Bergakademie
The Freiberg Mining Academy has a long history dating back to the 18th century. Now, for the first time, a woman is taking over the leadership of the university.
Teachers' association: Migration quota at elementary school not a solution
Education Minister Karin Prien (CDU) has brought a migration quota at elementary school into play. From the point of view of the Saxony Philologists' Association, however, the problem lies elsewhere.
Consistent Abitur performance in Saxony - 353 top grades
Saxony's school leavers once again shine with good results. Several hundred were even able to boast a dream grade of 1.0.
Every third degree program in Saxony has restricted admission
Not all degree programs in Germany are open to every high school graduate. There are significant differences in the restrictions between subjects and cities.
Summer vacation starts in Saxony - heavy traffic expected
It's a magical word for children and teenagers: "summer vacation". Many start their vacation and need a lot of patience.
353 students graduate with a 1.0 grade
Saxony's school leavers have passed their exams and many are now turning their attention to university or vocational training. Some of them can shine with an excellent A-level average.
353 students graduate with a 1.0 grade
Saxony's school leavers have passed their exams and many are now turning their attention to university or vocational training. Some of them can shine with an excellent A-level average.
Saxony's schoolchildren go on summer vacation
For more than half a million children and young people in Saxony, it's a magical word: "summer vacation". Before that, there are the school reports.
Applications for flagging at schools in Saxony too
In several districts in Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, it has already been decided that the German flag will be hoisted in front of schools. What is the situation in Saxony?
Teachers working overtime: union rejects accusations
Even though Saxony is paying its teachers more and more overtime, the number of missed lessons is not decreasing. The Court of Audit has criticized this and is now facing a headwind.
Prien on daycare center closures: Situation very different
Daycare capacities have been built up for years - too few childcare places. In parts of the country, the opposite has now happened.
Funding for language education in daycare centers continues
The state government is paving the way for almost 19 million euros from the federal government. The focus is particularly on language mentors.
Geography champion: pupil from Offenburg is national winner
The final looks like a quiz show on television. But in the auditorium of a grammar school in Braunschweig, it's all about winning the national geography final. In the end, boys from three federal states come out on top.
Competition for free games - deadline extended
The "More time for children" association makes it possible for children to play and learn at the same time. Schools can still take part in the association's competition until the end of June.
Knife incidents are an "absolute exception" at Saxony's schools
A knife attack at a Berlin elementary school made headlines - but the situation in Saxony is calm, according to the Ministry of Education.
Final package of measures against teacher shortage in place - criticism
Saxony's Minister of Education and Cultural Affairs wants to halve the number of hours lost at schools. To achieve this, he is also encroaching on existing vested rights. Criticism follows hot on the heels.
New degree course to combat teacher shortage in eastern Saxony
The shortage of teachers is particularly severe in Upper Lusatia. A new course is now being launched in Zittau and Görlitz to keep young people in the region and prepare them for inclusive teaching.
Greens demand preservation of model project for teacher recruitment
The shortage of teachers in Saxony is leading to massive teaching absences. Schools in rural areas are particularly hard hit.