New breath for two newly opened elementary schools
New Leadership in Neuwied's Schools
Two seasoned educators, Jörg Pfeifer and Sebastian Krings, have taken on the roles of principals at the Friedrich-Ebert School and the Margaret School in Neuwied, Germany. Their appointments are a testament to their solid educational backgrounds and leadership experiences within the German school system.
Meet the New Principals
Jörg Pfeifer
With a degree in biology and chemistry from the University of Koblenz-Landau, Jörg Pfeifer embarked on a career in education. He honed his skills as a teacher at the Friedrich-Ebert School before being appointed as deputy head, providing him with valuable experience in school administration. Before taking the helm at the Friedrich-Ebert School, Pfeifer led a comprehensive school in Betzdorf with dedication, professional competence, and pedagogical finesse from 2007 to April 2025.
Sebastian Krings
Sebastian Krings, on the other hand, studied elementary education and educational management and leadership. He has a wealth of experience as a teacher and a leader within the school system. Prior to his role at the Margaret School, Krings headed the Maria-Goretti School in Heimbach-Weis for nearly 13 years. Since the previous school year, he has been acting as the principal of the Margaret School, and on May 1st, he officially started his tenure. Krings feels warmly welcomed and comfortable in his work at the Margaret School.
Bringing Fresh Impulses for School Development
The new leadership personnel at both schools are expected to bring fresh impulses for school development. The city of Neuwied wishes both Jörg Pfeifer and Sebastian Krings a successful start in their new roles as principals. The appointments of Pfeifer and Krings reflect typical pathways in German education, where advanced teacher qualifications and proven leadership roles prepare candidates for school principal positions.
The Margaret School and the Friedrich-Ebert School are introducing new leadership personnel to bring about school development. Both schools have new principals with extensive experience, as Pfeifer led a comprehensive school in Betzdorf for almost 15 years, and Krings had previously headed the Maria-Goretti School in Heimbach-Weis. The city of Neuwied is eager to see the positive impact these experienced educators will have on its schools.
Jörg Pfeifer and Sebastian Krings, with their extensive backgrounds in education and self-development, are expected to bring fresh impulses for school development in Neuwied. Pfeifer, hold a degree in biology and chemistry, and Krings, a degree in elementary education and educational management, both have significant experience in teaching and school leadership roles, making them ideal for their new positions as principals at the Friedrich-Ebert School and the Margaret School respectively.
