GCPS students honored for German Language Proficiency
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Sixty-four Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) students have been recognized for their outstanding proficiency in the German language through their participation in the National German Exam (NGE). This exam, administered by the American Association of Teachers of German (AATG), is a nationwide competition that requires students to demonstrate their German Language proficiency in real-world scenarios and by accessing authentic German language materials.
The AATG honors students with Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals, certificates, and a place on the Honor Roll recognition page. Additionally, students can earn scholarships, including the AATG/PAD NGE Scholarship for a trip to Germany and the NGE Post-Graduate Scholarship.
“We are incredibly proud of our students’ dedication and hard work in mastering the German language,” says Dr. Virin Vedder, GCPS Director of Foreign Language. “Their achievements in the National German Exam not only highlight their linguistic skills but also their commitment to cultural understanding and global citizenship. We look forward to seeing them continue to excel and inspire others in their language studies.”