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This fall, the Vienna Learning Aid program will once again offer free learning support courses with over 13,000 places. They offer free support in German, mathematics, and English for students from Viennese elementary schools, middle schools, and the lower secondary level of AHS, either in person or online. There are also suitable programs for children who are new to the Austrian school system and for parents whose children are new to the Austrian school system. Registration opens on September 29th, and courses begin on October 13th. Deputy Mayor and City Councilor for Education, Bettina Emmerling, said: "The Vienna Learning Aid program has been an indispensable part of our educational landscape for over a decade. It stands for a Vienna in which every child has the opportunity to develop their potential - regardless of background or financial means. We are convinced that education is not only a right, but also a shared responsibility. Therefore, our programs, in the spirit of practicing equal opportunities, provide targeted support where help is needed." The Vienna Learning Aid program is funded by the City of Vienna and has been implemented by the Vienna Adult Education Centers since 2015. VHS Managing Director Herbert Schweiger: "For many children, the Vienna Learning Support Center is a place where they not only learn, but are also seen and supported. Especially in a time when social inequalities are palpable, it is crucial that education does not depend on the parents' financial situation. Our long-standing collaboration with the City of Vienna enables us to create a program that truly works. Every day, we see how children flourish, gain self-confidence, and discover new paths for themselves through the learning support program." There are different formats tailored to the individual needs of the students - from regular courses to flexible afternoon offerings: For more than 10,000 students in lower secondary school (10-14 years), there are over 1,100 VHS learning support courses. These provide regular support in a specific subject throughout the semester. The courses are available in mathematics, German, English, and German Start, which is specifically aimed at students who are new to German. The learning support courses take place once a week at over 120 Viennese schools and last two teaching units. The approximately 100 online courses available in the same subjects each last one hour and also promote digital skills. Through continuous course attendance, students further develop their learning techniques and consolidate what they have learned. Around 180 learning support courses with up to 1,800 places are offered for elementary school students. These cover the subjects of German, mathematics, and German Start. The focus is on conveying the content in a playful way and fostering a love of learning. The courses each last 1.5 hours and are mostly held at adult education centers (VHS). For families new to Austria, there is the program "Understanding School - German and More." Students from elementary schools and lower secondary schools (ages 6-14) and their parents receive support in better understanding everything that happens at school, thus facilitating their transition into the Austrian school system. At the same time, German is practiced in the approximately 20 courses. A total of 17 adult education centers (VHS) offer straightforward support for questions about the course material, homework, or preparation for school work. They are open to middle school and lower secondary school students and take place directly at 17 adult education centers (VHS). This open offering is ideal for anyone who needs quick help or has questions in multiple subjects. Students can switch between different subjects on the same day and stay as long as they want until their questions are answered. No registration is necessary. The VHS learning stations take place Monday through Thursday between 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. (except on school holidays and during school holidays). Information and registration at www.vhs.at/lernhilfe (end of session)
