Secondary school students do outstanding things: Braunschweig honored the best!
On June 19, 2025, Braunschweig honored secondary school students for outstanding achievements and social commitment at a festive event.

Secondary school students do outstanding things: Braunschweig honored the best!
On June 19, 2023, the annual honor for secondary school students who have moved on to the final year with a secondary school recommendation took place in Braunschweig. At this festive event, which was organized by the school and social department head Dr. Christina Rentzsch, particularly high-performing students were honored for their remarkable academic successes and their outstanding social commitment. The initiative aims to celebrate students' talents and commitment and give them the recognition they deserve. Loud Braunschweig.de The awards have been organized by the Braunschweig Competence Agency since 2006.
The event is not only a highlight of the school year, but also an opportunity for those in attendance, including school administrators and teachers, to come together and celebrate with their wards. At a reception that followed the awards, around 100 invited guests, family members and the honored students had the opportunity to exchange ideas and celebrate successes. The laudatory speech for the graduates was given by Jenny Werner, a successful cheerleader and trainer who has achieved impressive success both nationally and internationally.
Honor for outstanding achievements
Overall, various prizes were awarded in the categories “Outstanding School Achievement” and “Outstanding Social Commitment”. The award winners included students who stood out for their special commitment and exemplary achievements. The awarding of such prizes is an important gesture to show secondary school students in particular that their achievements are seen and valued. The competence agency emphasizes that the honor is of great importance not only for the students, but also for the schools and their support.
Another event took place on June 12, 2024 in the Dornse in Braunschweig, where outstanding graduates were also honored. Eight students were recognized for their professional achievements and exemplary commitment. This honor shows how important community efforts and developments are in the education system. This year, Maria Meibohm, the future managing director of the Braunschweig bookstore Graff, gave the laudatory speech. She placed the careers of the graduates at the center of her talk and encouraged the young people to continue pursuing their talents.
Overall impact and innovative approaches
An exciting topic that is also interesting in this context is the European Innovative Teaching Award (EITA), which is awarded annually by the EU Commission. This award promotes innovative teaching and learning methods and aims to increase motivation in education. The competition is important for both teachers and students across Europe and helps to promote the exchange of ideas and best practices. More information can be found on the website Erasmus+.
Overall, these events demonstrate the importance of recognizing achievements and creating a positive learning environment. The recognition of secondary school students in Braunschweig is a step in the right direction to promote education and engagement in a meaningful way.