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Christoph Wiederkehr
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News about the rule for learning for young people
Read nowYoung people in Austria must learn until 18 years. Korinna Schumann tells good news. Most young people find a new way to learn.
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Fewer new teachers from other jobs
Read nowChristoph Wiederkehr sets a limit for people from other jobs at schools. Only 10 in 100 new teachers can come from other jobs.
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No to shorter summer break
Read nowMartha Schultz wants a shorter summer break. Education minister Christoph Wiederkehr says no. Children need rest.
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New Rules For Computer Programs In School
Read nowMany students use programs like ChatGPT. Education minister Christoph Wiederkehr wants new rules for grades. Schools get more freedom.
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New law bans head scarfs for girls under 14 years.
Read nowSince September, a head scarf ban applies in Austrian schools for girls under 14 years. Politicians and groups argue about the new law.
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New help for jobs in kindergarten
Read nowAustria gives more money for training in kindergarten. Workers can learn more and lead a group.
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Government plans better heat protection
Read nowThe government wants easy building of cool machines. Schools also need better protection from hot summer days.
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The government makes cooling easy
Read nowThe government wants easy cooling in flats. Schools get more shade against heat. A new law comes in autumn.
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Many children go to Summer School
Read nowAbout 58.600 students go to Summer School. People talk about the summer holidays. The schools are very hot in summer.
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New plans against heat in schools
Read nowEducation Minister Christoph Wiederkehr plans against heat. 50 schools get cooling. Sport lessons stop at 30 degrees.
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Two new subjects for schools
Read nowThe parliament decides on two new school subjects. Students will soon learn more about media and artificial intelligence. Schools choose the hours themselves.
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New rules for kindergartens and schools
Read nowThe government plans big changes for schools. There are smaller groups in kindergartens. Schools can decide more things on their own.