Parents save educator positions in Bad Oldesloe – protest was successful!

Parents save educator positions in Bad Oldesloe – protest was successful!

On November 19, 2025, there will be some positive news in Bad Oldesloe: A committed parent protest at the city school was successful, which meant, among other things, that 21 educator and FSJ positions could be retained. Almost 300 parents came to the city council meeting and showed that their children's education is important to them. Committed all-day care for around 450 students is now also secured. The Greens' proposal to retain the positions received great support; the FBO voter community also voted in favor, while the CDU abstained from the vote. This shows that the community is strongly committed to the educational institutions and is ready to take responsibility.

Not far from this happy event, however, there is also worrying news from Glinde. A 32-year-old man who allegedly strangled a woman with a dog leash is standing before the Lübeck regional court. Ali S. - an Iranian whose asylum application was rejected and who has already appeared in police custody several times - is accused of attacking the woman while she was walking her dog. The incident, which occurred in May, was prevented by the intervention of a brave witness. The court dares to assess that it is attempted murder.
Image reports about the attacks that were previously aimed at city administration employees. Mayor Rainhard Zug expressed frustration with the situation and the authorities, who apparently did not correctly classify the defendant's dangerousness.

The background to the violence

The sadness of serious acts of violence is often accompanied by a dark shadow, especially when it comes to violence against women. This is widespread in Germany and can often be observed in personal or family environments, be it in your own home or in public spaces. According to recent statistics, around 71% of victims of domestic violence are women, underlining the urgency of the issue. An increase in society's willingness to report is important, but not nearly enough.
Statista illuminates the frightening figures that show that around 181,000 women in Germany will be victims of domestic violence in 2023. This is an alarming signal that requires further action to protect women and ensure that they do not have to live in fear in their everyday lives.

However, there are also bright spots in Bad Oldesloe: in October, two births and eight marriages were recorded at the registry office. Two couples who married on October 10 are hopeful about the future and have plans for a honeymoon and perhaps even a home purchase. Such positive developments are important, especially in times when negative headlines dominate.

Technological developments for the community

Another exciting project in the region is the installation of intelligent traffic lights in Lübeck. These are intended to optimize traffic and collect data to improve traffic flow. With a budget of five million euros, the “Viaa” project will be tested over two and a half years. While privacy concerns have been raised, it shows that the city is willing to explore innovative ways to improve citizens' lives.

Wolf caretaker Andreas Scheck is causing a stir in a different way by documenting the wolf pack in the Segeberger Forest. Five of the pack's puppies are doing well despite the tragic loss of their mother in April, and the team is currently monitoring changes in the animals' behavior. These initiatives show that protecting nature and its inhabitants is playing an increasingly important role.

Overall, Bad Oldesloe presents itself as a place of change in which both hopes and challenges are closely interwoven. Conversations about violence, safety and education are prominent topics that move the community. It remains to be hoped that the committed efforts of citizens will help bring about positive changes and improve the quality of life for everyone.