Cologne girls' school defends itself against coeducation - parents in turmoil!

Cologne girls' school defends itself against coeducation - parents in turmoil!

In Cologne, a explosive topic heats the minds of parents, schoolchildren: the Archdiocese of Cologne plans to lead the Archbishop's Ursuline School, the city's only school school with almost 400 years of tradition in the school year 2026/27. This was surprisingly announced, without prior inclusion of the school community, and ensures considerable resistance within the school family. Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger reports that the parenting, represented by Cornelia Vondey, who deliberately shares themselves for a girls' school have.

The Ursulin School has profiled itself in recent years through a successful concept for girls' support, especially in scientific subjects and computer science. Pupils report a strengthened self -confidence in this protected space. Student spokeswoman Lia Bartels expresses concerns that the focus on girls could be lost in a possible change to coeducation. "We saw how important this room is for us," emphasizes Bartels. Regular awards of the pupils in scientific competitions underpin the success of this approach.

parents call for a different solution

The concerns about falling registration numbers form one of the backgrounds for the conversion plans. The school is currently in triple and has been four -day in the past. Many parents believe that instead of switching to coeducation prematurely, a campaign to apply for the girls' school is necessary in order to strengthen the interest in this special educational institution. According to the Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger , however, the archbishopric has been made for conversion and speaks of an ongoing advisory process.

Another aspect that contributes to the discussion on site are gender -specific attributions that are present in various social areas. Experience in chemistry lessons often show that boys often light the burner, while girls tend to act more reserved. This dynamic could possibly exacerbate under a coeducative school form. The Ursulinenschule knows about the challenges and has undertaken to promote girls in their talents and to counteract stereotypical attributions.

future of the girls' school uncertain

The persistent discussion reflects a larger social debate about the formation of boys and girls. The question of how the Ursuline School continues remains open and gives many questions about the best teaching methods and structures. The parents and teachers are called to actively participate in the discussion to help shape the future of the school.

The decision that affects one of the oldest educational institutions in the city could have far -reaching consequences for the school community. The coming months promise intensive discussions and disputes about the best way to preserve the tradition of the Ursuline School and at the same time meet the requirements of modern education.