German Schools Extend Support Services for Stressful Report Card Days

As students across Germany receive mid-year report cards, extended helplines offer guidance for families facing academic stress.

In Berlin, the Education Administration has extended the operating hours of its confidential helpline for students and parents to 10:00 AM–6:00 PM on report card day, aiming to address concerns about grades and related stress.
Hessen's schools will distribute over 540,000 mid-year report cards on Friday, with officials emphasizing their role as a tool for self-reflection and improvement.
Thuringia's anonymous and 24/7 children’s helpline (0800 008 0080) is available for students facing challenges beyond academic concerns, such as family or social issues.
Education officials in multiple regions encourage families to use available resources, including school psychologists and specialized advisory centers, to navigate the emotional challenges tied to report card evaluations.
Upcoming academic milestones include final exams for tens of thousands of students across Germany, with officials urging students to view mid-year results as an opportunity to strategize for the future.