Surely, children have dreams. Konrad-Wachsmann-Oberschule is a place where those dreams can begin to take shape. It stands on Geithainer Strasse in Berlin. More precisely it is located at number 12.
Konrad-Wachsmann-Oberschule is an integrated secondary school. It does not have a grammar school upper level. The school has a career-oriented profile. Students can learn English and French here.
Let’s look back at the school’s growth. In 2011/12, there were 330 students and 27 teachers. By 2023/24, the school had grown to 527 students and 53 teachers. The school steadily grew over those years.
The school is known as 10K09 within the Berlin school system. The Schultypisierung, or school classification, gives it a Belastungsstufe of 5.
tandem BTL gGmbH supports the Konrad-Wachsmann-Oberschule. They have been involved since August 2018.
Konrad-Wachsmann-Oberschule provides various programs. These programs help students prepare for their careers. In the 7th grade, students participate in “Komm auf Tour.”
In the 8th grade, students receive career counseling. There is also an parents’ evening with a focus on career orientation. They also experience Werkstatttage and Potentialanalyse.
In the 9th grade, pupils do an internship. They receive individual coaching and visit the BIZ. They attend the Hellersdorfer Ausbildungsmarkt.
In the 10th grade, pupils plan their school and life path. There is an OSZ-Tag in January. A two-week mandatory internship is part of the program. The pupils also have a seminar trip to Werneuchen. Here the pupils get intensive application preparation.
The Konrad-Wachsmann-Oberschule offers various subjects. It also offers projects for students to develop their skills. The school works with other schools. It also cooperates with extracurricular partners.
The school uses a regular timetable. Lessons start at 8:30 and end at 15:50. There is also a shortened timetable. The school is constantly evolving.
The Förderverein der Konrad-Wachsmann-Schule e.V. supports the school. It supports school life where the school budget is not enough. They support activities and projects. Examples are Hoffest, Kennlerntage, Grundschultage and Tag der offenen Tür.
The Förderverein relies on parents, teachers and friends. These people support the school through membership and donations.
The Konrad-Wachsmann-Oberschule team includes important staff. The headmistress is Susanne Reich. Rica Nitschke is the deputy headmistress. Stephanie Schacke is the middle school coordinator. Jessica Kleinert is the secretary. Susanne Hirsing is the administrative manager.
Konrad-Wachsmann-Oberschule continues to develop. It adapts to the needs of its students. It is a place of learning and growth in Berlin.