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?
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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The Palucca University of Dance is only outdated in view of its founding date.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.
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.
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.