School enrollment in Jerichower Land: 98 children start with sugar cones!

School enrollment in Jerichower Land: 98 children start with sugar cones!

The big day for many little people: On August 9, 2025, the exciting journey into school life began for a total of 776 girls and boys in Jerichower Land. This Saturday they started school ceremoniously, which was a particularly important moment for many families. The Gommeraner primary school Am Weinberg had 98 first graders who were welcomed in two festive celebrations at 9 and 11 a.m. Parent-led The day was characterized by happy faces, colorful sugar cones and lots of good spirits. As Volksstimme reports, the celebration was accompanied by a varied program that not only made the hearts of the children but also those of their relatives beat faster.

The colorful program included, among other things, performances by choirs, dance groups and an amateur performance group. The performance of the play “The Tobis Come to School” was particularly exciting. The plot about the troll children Ela and Alo, who move to Gommern, was a hit. These stories accompany the children throughout the school year and create a small, magical connection to school.

Starting School: A new beginning

For the 98 new school children, starting school was not just a celebration, but also the entry into a new phase of life. Looking at their classrooms and distributing the sugar bags sent a clear message: from now on they are school children. This tradition, which is deeply rooted in East Germany in particular, also brings many sweet surprises for the first graders. As [MDR](https://www.mdr.de/nachrichten/sachsen-anhalt/schulstart-einschulung-zwei Thousandfuenf Twenty-108.html) reported, in addition to sweets, books and school equipment are among the popular gifts for starting school that parents don't want to miss out on.

But before the children can even go to school, there are a few things to consider. Compulsory schooling in Saxony-Anhalt applies to all children who celebrate their sixth birthday by June 30, 2025. Those who turn five by this date have the option of starting school early, provided they have the necessary intellectual and social skills. For this, an official medical examination is necessary and the parents must introduce their child personally, as Schulferien.org explains.

Looking ahead to the first day of school

Before the first morning of school begins on August 11, 2025, preparations are already in full swing. According to a survey by the IFH Cologne, over 700 million euros were spent on school enrollment in Germany alone last year - proof of how important being a school child is for many families. There really is something going on, and the anticipation is often palpable.

The involvement of parents, celebrating with the family and preparing together for the start of school ensure that this time remains unforgettable for everyone involved. The moments of happiness that this first big stage in every child's life brings are priceless and will be remembered for many years. Every child in Gommern is now on the way to new adventures and challenges - and it will be exciting to see how the little adventurers develop during the school year.