German schools schedule August 2026 start with ceremonies and parent events

The Lise‑Meitner‑Gymnasium will open its 2026/27 school year on 24 August with a formal welcome in the auditorium. Different grade groups will be received at 10:00 a.m. or 12:00 p.m., followed by a short class‑room session. Parents are invited to the ceremony and to a parent‑teacher evening on 26 August at 18:00. The school also notes new online procedures for subsidised student transport tickets, effective from 1 August.

A separate guide offers parents ideas for celebrating their child's first day of school, ranging from simple coffee‑and‑cake gatherings to garden parties with games and themed decorations. The article outlines popular options such as classic family gatherings, outdoor barbecues, and creative souvenir ideas, emphasizing flexibility to match family preferences.