School interruption in Magdeburg: Bomb threat to IGS Regine Hildebrandt

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In Germany, schools are repeatedly the goal of threats. On Wednesday morning there was a bomb threat at the integrated comprehensive school (IGS) Regine Hildebrandt in Magdeburg, which led to a temporary school ban for the students.

everyday school life after threat quickly restored

According to the police, the students had to leave the school building for a short time, but were able to resume their usual everyday life at 9 a.m. The fears that were triggered by the threat turned out less seriously than initially assumed. Experts from the criminal police decided that the threat did not have the necessary seriousness to carry out a search of the school.

Common threats in schools in the region

The IGS Regine Hildebrandt has been affected by threats several times in the past. The school only faced a threat of amoking in March, and in May there was alleged arson. This repetition of incidents raises questions about security at schools and the underlying social problems.

national threats and their effects

On the same day, a bomb threat was also reported to two primary schools in Dessau, which was sent by email. These threats led to immediate security measures, including the search with explosive detection dogs. Several schools in Thuringia, Saxony and beyond also received threats with apparently identical wording, which indicates that it may be a coordinated action.

The importance of school psychology

Against the background of these developments it becomes clear how important the support of school psychologists and social workers is. You can help the students deal with fear and emotional effects of threats. Security in schools should not only be guaranteed by physical measures, but also by psychological support for the students.

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The incidents at the IGS Regine Hildebrandt and the other schools in Magdeburg and beyond show that society has to react more clearly to such threats. The constant fear of violence in schools has real effects on learning and well -being of the students. A comprehensive discussion about security concepts and preventive measures is urgently required.