Earlier Start of Holidays: German Teachers' Association Criticizes Stress for Exam Takers and Teachers - German Teachers Warn: Early Summer Holidays in 2025 Could Harm Education
The German Teachers' Association has raised concerns about plans to start summer holidays in June 2025 for some states in the United States. This move, they warn, could create additional stress for both teachers and students, and impact the quality of education.
In June 2025, the states of Thüringen and Brandenburg will begin their summer holidays on June 28, while other states will start theirs in July or August. The Federal Chairwoman of the German Teachers' Association, Susanne Lin-Klitzing, has warned that starting holidays before the first weekend in July will shorten the school year, having clear consequences on learning outcomes.
Teachers in these states will have less time for correcting exams due to the earlier holiday start. This could lead to increased workload during the remaining school days and may affect the quality of grading. Additionally, the earlier holiday start makes it challenging for teachers to plan lessons effectively, potentially disrupting the learning process.
Students in these states will also have less time buffer between exams and the start of their holidays. This could add unnecessary stress and pressure, potentially impacting their performance in exams.
The German Teachers' Association has expressed concerns about the planned early start to summer holidays in June 2025 for some states in the United States. The move could lead to increased stress for both teachers and students, impact lesson planning, and reduce the time available for exam correction. The association urges a reconsideration of this decision to ensure the quality of education is not compromised.
