Jena, August 18, 2026 – On the first day of school following the summer break, Jena’s Mayor and Head of Security, Benjamin Koppe, accompanied by the police, monitored school route safety in the vicinity of the Lobdeburgschule. The event marked the launch of the new on-site format ‘Jena im Einsatz’ (Jena in Action), through which the city seeks direct exchange with emergency personnel, employees, volunteers, and engaged citizens.
- Event: Kick-off of the dialogue format ‘Jena im Einsatz’
- Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
- Location: Lobdeburgschule, Drackendorfer Weg / Paul-Schneider-Weg, Jena
- Focus: School route safety, traffic controls, school crossing guards
The new format ‘Jena im Einsatz’
With ‘Jena im Einsatz’, Mayor Koppe intends to regularly visit various locations throughout the city. These are not traditional site inspections, but rather open discussions held directly on-site. The goal is to listen and learn firsthand about the issues that move people in their daily work and civic engagement.
Issues regarding ‘parent taxis’ at Lobdeburgschule
A central point of the kick-off meeting on Tuesday morning was the traffic volume in front of the school. The focus was on the behavior of so-called ‘parent taxis’ (parents dropping off children by car), parking bans, obstructed visibility, and mutual consideration in road traffic. While the parents’ desire to deliver their children safely is understandable, it can lead to confusing and hazardous situations. The city therefore appeals to drivers to observe parking bans, keep sightlines clear, and avoid unnecessary stops directly in front of school entrances.
Role and tasks of school crossing guards
The adolescent school crossing guards on-site make an important contribution to prevention. At Lobdeburgschule, approximately 15 students volunteer to ensure the safety of their peers.
- Training and examination by the police (including written and practical tests)
- Regular deployment every weekday morning
- Presence in all weather conditions at Drackendorfer Weg and Paul-Schneider-Weg
- Securing pedestrian crossings and guiding younger children to cross the street safely
Background: School route safety in Jena
Safety on routes to school is a top priority for the city administration and local authorities. Especially after the summer break, both new students and drivers must adjust to the new traffic situation. Through coordinated checks, the commitment of school crossing guards, and initiatives like ‘Jena im Einsatz’, the city aims to defuse traffic hotspots early and strengthen awareness for road safety.
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„Sichere Schulwege: Bürgermeister startet ‚Jena im Einsatz‘“
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