Jeder Mensch ohne abgeschlossene Berufsausbildung ist für die Gesellschaft ein Verlust

Offenbach | Der QuABB-Ausbildungsbegleiter Jürgen Matthäus (62) geht nach mehr als zwanzig Jahren pädagogischer Arbeit in den Ruhestand. In den letzten fünf Jahren hat er an der August-Bebel-Schule in Offenbach QuABB ein besonderes Profil verliehen. Zeit, dem engagierten Pädagogen fünf Fragen rund um seine Arbeit und zu gesellschaftlichen Herausforderungen in der Jugendarbeit und der Berufsausbildung zu stellen.1. Wie bist Du eigentlich dazu geko...(...)

Natürlich nehme ich auch mal selbst einen Besen in die Hand! [Nina Schator]

Offenbach | Kleiner Tipp-Geber für alle, die kurz vor dem Start in ihre Ausbildung stehen – und wissen möchten, was engagierte Ausbilderinnen und Ausbilder auszeichnet und was diese in der Praxis erwarten.Im Showroom der PICARD Lederwaren in Obertshausen herrscht eine entspannte Atmosphäre. Trotz vollen Terminkalenders nimmt sich Ausbildungs- und Vertriebsleitung Nina Schator ausgiebig Zeit für unser Gespräch. Seit 15 Jahren ist sie im Unternehme...(...)

Successful second run of the “Chemistry Integrated” project – Integration through qualification

Hofheim | We are delighted to look back on the successful completion of the second round of our "Integrated Chemistry" project. The project is aimed at refugees from Ukraine seeking career prospects in the natural sciences and technology fields in Germany. This year, participants were once again able to not only improve their German language skills but also gain entry-level qualifications in...(...)

Planting project Stadtwerke Offenbach

On July 11, 2025, the BvB participants from Offenbach and Langen launched their planting project. In cooperation with the Offenbach municipal utilities, the BvB was given its own small green space at Goetheplatz in Offenbach's Westend district to garden and plant. The participants first joined forces to clear the overgrown garden area and loosen the soil. In the process, all sorts of old treasures were unearthed, and the area...(...)

Certificate award for secondary school leaving certificate BvB Offenbach/Dietzenbach/Langen/Seligenstadt

On July 4, 2025, a total of 12 Hauptschule graduates received their certificates. The HASAs began their first exam in March with their group-developed project presentations. In May, they completed their written exams in math, German, English, and biology, and their oral exams in the core subjects and geography in June. In July, the certificates were finally awarded by Mr.(...)

Stolperstein tour through Offenbach

On July 14, 2025, the House of City History in Offenbach took the participants of the BvB (Berlin Youth Movement) on a journey into the past of the Nazi era. The starting point was the Platz des 8. Mai 1945 (Place of May 8, 1945) in front of the Leather Museum, and they promptly set off to various Stolpersteine (stumbling stones) in the neighborhood. Participants learned about the fates of the people commemorated on the golden Stolpersteine (stumbling stones) at various nearby addresses. They...(...)

Trip to the Weitblick climbing forest - AsaFlex project

Darmstadt | On Wednesday, August 12, 2025, we took a trip to the Weitblick climbing forest in Darmstadt with participants of the AsaFlex project. The meeting point was at 3:00 PM in Darmstadt, from where we set off together to the climbing forest. Upon arrival, all participants received a detailed safety briefing from the climbing forest team. Afterwards, we started free climbing in the...(...)

Strong performance in Raunheim: PUSCH class at the Anne Frank School celebrates successful graduation

Groß-Gerau | The students mastered the special challenges, such as the class teacher's absence due to illness in the first semester and several changes in the teaching team, with flexibility and commitment, which is why they truly earned their graduation. Personal growth and focused action to achieve personal goals were important elements. Of the sixteen students at the beginning of the...(...)

Departure training for the Erasmus+ internship abroad: Well prepared for the European adventure

Wiesbaden | As part of the Erasmus+ mobility program, a pre-departure training session was recently held for eleven trainees who will soon begin their internships abroad in various European countries. The goal of the training was to prepare the participants as best as possible for their upcoming stay – both organizationally and culturally. The interns will be working in Spain, Finland, Greece, France...(...)

Successful PUSCH year at the Kurt Schumacher School

Karben I The Hessian Business Education Center can look back on impressive success with the Practice and School (PUSCH) program in Karben. In the 2024/2025 school year, the young people received comprehensive support that helped them successfully prepare for their further educational and career paths. The results are impressive: Of the thirteen participating students...(...)