Craftsmanship, creativity and teamwork lead to a masterpiece: PUSCH class of the IGS Solms in a confectionery project

Wetzlar | How is a product created that not only looks good but also impresses with its craftsmanship? And what skills are needed to develop an idea into a finished product? The PUSCH class at IGS Solms explored these questions as part of their final project in the confectionery field – in cooperation with the Käthe Kollwitz School. The result: an elaborately designed cake in the shape of a book, featuring a class photo...(...)

Experience democracy, discover the future: PUSCH class on a trip to Wetzlar and Wiesbaden

Wetzlar | How does politics actually work in practice? Who decides on issues that affect our daily lives? And what career paths lead to these positions? The PUSCH class at the August-Bebel-Comprehensive School explored these questions in a unique way over the past few weeks – not in the classroom, but directly on location: at Wetzlar Town Hall, the Hessian State Parliament in Wiesbaden, and at Leica's Leitz Park. On March 9th, the class participated in...(...)

BaE excursion to the House of History in Bonn

Lahnstein | On Tuesday, March 31, 2026, the day finally arrived. The trainees from BaE Lahnstein had been prepared for their excursion to the House of History and were delighted to be able to explore the history of the Federal Republic of Germany through historical exhibits. Under the motto "You are part of history," each participant was able to discover something that resonated with them personally...(...)

Denmark: Hessian trainees immerse themselves in energy technology

Wiesbaden | Six apprentices from Wiesbaden and Gelnhausen in the plumbing, heating, and air conditioning (HVAC) sector are currently on an exciting training course in Tønder, Denmark. Organized by the mobility advisory service of the Hessian business community at BWHW Wiesbaden and funded by the Erasmus+ program, the trip focuses entirely on modern energy technology. The two-week, German-language course, led by German HVAC instructors and...(...)

Peer Talk inspires trainees to study abroad.

Wiesbaden | At the City Museum am Markt (SAM) in Wiesbaden, the Peer Talk event focused on experiences abroad: As part of the traveling exhibition "Tell Me About Europe," trainees shared their Erasmus+ experiences. They spent up to six weeks in other European countries during their apprenticeships, gaining not only professional insights but also personal experiences. They spoke about new...(...)

Sports day in the FiB project – exercise, team spirit and lots of fun

Wiesbaden | On March 25, 2026, the participants of the FiB (Fit for the Job) project held their joint sports day in the gymnasium of the cooperating school, Campus Klarenthal. The aim of the event, in addition to awarding a sports grade for the year-end report card, was primarily to foster a love of physical activity and to provide opportunities to practice various athletic skills. Between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., the participants participated in...(...)

SOPHIA starts the spring season with a creative approach

Wetzlar | The days are getting longer, the first flowers are blooming, and Easter is approaching – at SOPHIA, we've used this special time to get creatively in the mood for spring together. The SOPHIA project, which is specifically aimed at women, offers space for exchange, community, and, in the "creative workshop," above all, for many creative ideas. Over the past few weeks, everything in the creative workshop has therefore revolved around spring...(...)

TQ sale successfully completed in Giessen

Giessen | The TQ Sales project aims to provide participants with up-to-date knowledge in clearly defined modules, structured according to the recognized job profile for salespersons. This partial qualification takes place in short, practical, self-contained modules and consists of a theoretical and practical learning phase as well as on-the-job training in a company. From October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025...(...)

Prevention event - Risks and dangers of internet and social media use

Büdingen | As part of the My Way East project and refugee support projects, a prevention event was held with Mr. Schulz (Youth Coordinator, Central Hesse Police Headquarters). The event focused on raising awareness about the risks and dangers of using the internet and social media. Social media is an integral part of young people's lives and increasingly shapes their everyday routines. Platforms such as Snapchat, Instagram, and...(...)

20 years of the school-to-work coordination office in the Main-Taunus district – a significant anniversary

This week, the Main-Taunus district's School-to-Work Coordination Office celebrated its 20th anniversary – an occasion marked by a personal celebration at our location. Two decades of dedicated work in the transition from school to work impressively demonstrate the importance of reliable structures and continuous collaboration for young people in the district. The anniversary celebration was hosted by Ms. Hornung from BWHW...(...)