When asked about the best aspect of WRG or school in general, what first comes to mind are the school trips and festivities. And thatâs absolutely reasonable since they are fantastic and hold some of the greatest memories. I love reminiscing about all the trips Iâve been on and all the festivities Iâve attended during my eight years at this school. In second grade, my class and I went on a ski trip to Wagrain where we really bonded as a class. The year after, we drove to East Tyrol and enjoyed a few days learning about the weather, the water, and all the little creatures that lived in a nearby stream. That might not sound so interesting to some, but trust me, digging for small animals in a river with boots on is really fun, especially on a hot summer day. Corona made it impossible to go on a trip for the next two years; however, our stay in Krk, Croatia, felt even more special after that. We went snorkeling and got to spend our evenings at the beach or in the nearby village. In seventh grade, we spent a week in Carinthia at a lake, trying out different sports and talking about everything and anything next to a cozy campfire. We learned so much on those trips, but most importantly, we had a great time and created memories that will last a lifetime.
Nevertheless, what truly defines a school is how it feels on a „normal“ school day, which (unfortunately ;)) occurs more frequently than trips. And thatâs what makes the WRG, at least for me, quite remarkable. In school, there’s a strong sense of community, not only at events like the „Schulfest“ but also in everyday life. Students treat each other with respect (at least most of the time :)) and also help each other out. For example, thereâs a tutoring system where older students help younger ones understand topics they’ve dealt with themselves at an earlier age. This way, the older students get to review topics they will likely encounter again at the final exam, and younger students benefit from additional help. If someone seeks any other kind of support, thereâs always a sympathetic ear, and everyone is eager to help. The relationship between students, teachers, and fellow classmates is further strengthened at events like „Happy Days,“ where teachers and students spend two days doing activities they enjoy. Every student can choose from a variety of fun activities such as bowling, making crepes, attending a dance class, or outdoor climbing. This makes the last school week really special and allows everyone to have a good time without worrying about grades and such.
The WRG is truly a great place, which is especially evident at the „Schulfest“ when former students come to visit. There are even a few teachers who graduated from this school themselves and decided to come back to guide younger students through their school career. Since the school offers so much, there is something interesting for everyone. As for me, I particularly loved the creative writing class, the choir, the cooking class, and the internships. However, there is so much more offered, like political discussions, competitions in various subjects, and sports activities, among others. I got to experience a lot in those eight years and made memories that Iâll forever be grateful for. Especially the trip to Budapest that was made possible to attend the finale of the mathematics competition „Bolyai“ will be remembered forever. I canât list all of the great experiences I had, but let me tell you, there were A LOT.
Although Iâm excited to start a new chapter in my life, I already know that Iâll really miss school. Therefore, Iâm already looking forward to attending the next „Schulfest“ and reliving the best memories of my time at the WRG.
Selina Hausmaninger, 8c