Rescue for the Wilhelm-Heinrich-Riehl-Kolleg? Future in danger!

Rescue for the Wilhelm-Heinrich-Riehl-Kolleg? Future in danger!

In the Lierenfeld district, the Wilhelm-Heinrich-Riehl training college faces an unsafe future. Since its foundation in 1958, this educational institution has devoted itself to the task of giving people from Düsseldorf and the surrounding area the opportunity to gain their Abitur or specialist high school diploma on a second educational path. As a state -recognized private replacement school, it is worn by the city and the Chamber of Crafts, the latter has now announced its retreat.

The withdrawal of the Chamber of Crafts could mean the end of a more than 60-year tradition. This decision is justified with increased costs and a significantly changed student body. In recent years, craftsmanship has mostly strived for university entrance qualification; Today it is mostly students without a manual background. Axel Fuhrmann, managing director of the Chamber of Crafts, expressed that the needs and requirements of the students have changed. "In the past, it was mainly crafters who strived for their university entrance qualification on the second path of education. Today, the students usually have no manual background," said Fuhrmann.

important developments at the school

The school management and many teachers are concerned about the possible consequences of the withdrawal. A teacher described the college as "a place of opportunities" that supported hundreds of people to achieve their educational goals. The uncertainty about the continuation of the institution raises questions about how the college can be continued and which alternatives must be considered.

In the past, the college was an important point of contact for numerous students who wanted to strive for later vocational training for various reasons or to make up for their schooling. The combination of state recognition and the connection to the Chamber of Crafts gave the college a special credibility. However, the continued existence is now on the brink, and the conversations about possible solutions are in full swing.

The challenges that the college faces reflect a broader problem in the education system, especially when it comes to adapting educational institutions to the needs of today's students. These changes affect not only the number of students, but also the type of programs offered and the financial support that is necessary to ensure a wide range of educational channels.

In this context, the voice of the community will also be important, since stakeholders, pupils and parents could bring their opinion and support. The dialogue will be crucial to get a solution that ensures the continued existence of this important educational institution. More information on this topic can be found in an article on rp-online.de .