Farewell with injury: Suhl teacher Manuela Habelt is retiring
Manuela Habelt is retiring after 40 years at the Dombergschule in Suhl, following an injury-related farewell.

Farewell with injury: Suhl teacher Manuela Habelt is retiring
Manuela Habelt, a valued teacher at the Dombergschule in Suhl, is retiring from school after 40 years. But her farewell turned out differently than she had hoped: she injured her foot on a school trip, which meant she had to leave school early. A necessary operation followed, and after a few days of rehabilitation she is now able to walk again with support insuedthueringen.de reported.
Looking back on her long-term career, Habelt expressed her desire to spend the last few weeks with her students. Cooking and singing were at the top of her list. Her formal retirement is scheduled for July 31st, and she enjoys the thought of spending more time in her beloved allotment garden at Am Himmelreich.
Obligation to supervise school trips
School trips and school trips are an important part of everyday school life and often take place outside of the classroom. In these moments, teachers bear full responsibility for supervising their students, as there are usually no parents present. This applies to both minors and adult students and is an essence of the duty of service for teachers, such as online-lernprogramme.de has determined.
Teachers are not alone in their responsibility: they can call on helpers, such as colleagues or parents, for support. However, they are not allowed to take on teaching activities, but rather only help with supervision. Supervision varies depending on the age of the students and the type of excursion, and the rules for student behavior are determined by the teachers.
Liability and accidents during excursions
In the event of an accident on a school trip, statutory student accident insurance covers the costs of medical treatment and other necessary expenses. It is important to report a school accident to the school administration, even if the injury seems minor. Reporting to the insurance company is essential to ensure that the costs are covered. Parents should also request a copy of the accident report in order to have evidence of how to do so in the event of a dispute schulwissenplus.de explained.
Early information about supervisory duties and rules of conduct can not only increase the safety of students, but also protect teachers from possible legal consequences. The tragic story of a student's fatal accident on a ski trip highlights the importance of providing clear instructions and risk assessments. In such situations, teachers need to be able to trust that students will follow instructions.
Manuela Habelt's farewell shows how deeply rooted the commitment and responsibility of teachers are in their profession. As she transitions into retirement, she plans to explore new avenues, while we pay her the utmost recognition for her many years of service.