Schwäbisch Gmünd Mayor Proposes Students Clean Schools to Save Money

Mayor's proposal to save money sparks debate. Critics warn of child labor exploitation.

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2025 October 16 . 8:03 AM

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In the picture we can see some school children are standing on the path with school uniforms and... — In the picture we can see some school children are standing on the path with school uniforms and they are holding some papers in their hands and one girl is talking something near the microphone which is to the stand and behind them we can see a fencing wall and to the top of it we can see a shed with some balloons top it.

Schwäbisch Gmünd Mayor Proposes Students Clean Schools to Save Money

The mayor of Schwäbisch Gmünd, Richard Arnold of the CDU party, has sparked controversy with a proposal that students should clean their own schools. The mayor believes this would save the city 4.5 million euros annually and instill a sense of responsibility in the students.

The proposal, which has been criticized as a form of 'neoliberal theater', suggests that children could also be used for road construction and waste collection to further save money and eliminate the need for school buses. However, critics argue that this is a misguided attempt to cut costs in the education sector.

The debate surrounding mandatory military service and other compulsory duties has led to an increase in child labor exploitation in the region, raising concerns about the mayor's proposal. The mayor, on the other hand, believes that this initiative would teach students the value of responsibility and hard work.

The mayor's proposal to have students clean their own schools has been met with criticism and concern. While the mayor sees it as a way to save money and teach responsibility, critics argue that it is a misguided attempt to cut costs and could lead to further child labor exploitation.