Second chance: 150 graduates celebrate school qualifications in M-V

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In Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, more and more young people are relying on the second path of education to make up for their school qualifications. This development is particularly evident in the country's adult education centers (VHS), where more than 150 school qualifications were awarded in 2023. The importance of these educational reforms is underlined by the participation of various population groups, including immigrants and imprisoned.

growing demand from immigrants

A striking trend at the adult education centers is the increasing demand for school qualifications among immigrants. Many students from refugee families leave the regular schools without a degree. This applies in particular to urban areas such as Rostock, where several courses have been set up. "In larger cities, the demand for final courses is higher than in rural regions," reports the Rostock adult education center. However, a challenge remains the provision of sufficient teachers to meet the need for it.

Education as a key to integration

Mayor Rico Badenschier (SPD) presented the final certificates in Schwerin and emphasized the role of the adult education center as an opportunity for a second chance in life. "The school qualifications are not only personal success, but also keys to more educational justice and social participation," said Badenschier. By obtaining professional maturity and medium maturity, graduates are given access to career paths that may have been denied beforehand.

educational offers in correctional facilities

A special aspect of the training offers are the courses that are offered in correctional facilities such as Bützow and Neustrelitz. These educational initiatives are part of the program for re -socialization and offer detainees an opportunity to catch up on their school qualifications. This year eight occupants successfully completed their professional maturity in Bützow and five of the middle maturity. Such educational offers can have a decisive influence on reintegration into society.

regional differences and challenges

Despite the increasing registrations and successes, there are significant regional differences. In rural areas, such as in goods, offers for vocational training failed due to a low number of participants. "We have not been able to offer a course here in the past two school years," reports a person responsible for the VHS. While the demand in Schwerin and Rostock continues to increase, smaller places often face the challenge of finding enough participants.

conclusion: the way to new opportunities

The trend towards returning to the education system shows that more and more people are willing to work on their future and to take new opportunities. With over 150 school -leaving qualifications this year, VLC underlines the importance of education for better social participation and personal development. The commitment of the educational institutions, especially in challenging social situations, is crucial for the creation of an integrating education system that is accessible to everyone.

- Nag