The purpose of the non-profit ALEA SCHOOL GmbH is to promote infrastructure in Bad Orb and the surrounding communities in the field of education. In particular, the aim is to initiate a reversal in the population trend in the municipalities of the Hessian Spessart region. ALEA SCHOOL gGmbH aims to promote intercultural exchange and preserve local traditions while educating children to become socially engaged individuals.
"At ALEA SCHOOL, global citizens will grow up learning to take on social and environmental responsibility. Our world needs this more than ever. As school board, it is important to me to make the school accessible to all. We want to attract sponsors who are committed to promoting local talent. Forward-thinking grandparents, regional entrepreneurs, foundations - anyone who wants to pave the way for children from the region to become global citizens is welcome to join us."
- ALEA school board Henning Strauss
In principle, anyone can apply for a scholarship. The award committee will take various criteria into account when selecting the scholarship holders: First and foremost, the economic eligibility of an applicant family. This is based on the average household income (approx. €70,000) in the Main-Kinzig district and the applicant confirms that they have a lower household income. Voluntary commitment, special achievements or a particularly convincing application are also taken into account.
When applying for a scholarship, applicants must provide basic information, a letter of motivation and a letter of recommendation from a (class) teacher. After submission, the awarding committee will review the application and contact the applicants regarding the next steps.
At the present moment, two scholarship programs have already been confirmed.
Further scholarship programs are currently being developed.
There will be both full and partial scholarships. Depending on the type of scholarship, either all or part of the school fees will be covered by the scholarship. Both scholarship models cover tuition fees up to the 10th grade to the extent indicated.