Village rejects shared campus plan in decisive school vote

A small village stood divided—until the ballots were counted. Their choice wasn't just about a school, but the soul of their community.

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2026 May 19 . 5:02 AM

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Village rejects shared campus plan in decisive school vote

A local vote on the future of a primary school drew strong opinions from residents of all ages. The decision centred on whether to keep the existing school or adopt a shared campus model with neighbouring villages. By the end of the day, the community had made its choice clear.

Voters began arriving at the municipal office in small groups by mid-morning. Many recognised one another, stopping to chat and exchange greetings before casting their ballots. The atmosphere was lively, with a mix of older and younger residents turning out in force.

One elderly woman spoke out against losing the school, warning that its closure would harm the village. A young mother added that her vote wasn’t just for today but for the children who would follow. Another young woman urged caution, calling the campus plan a reckless gamble with the future. An older man simply stated that the vote was about preserving what belonged in the community. Hansjörg Schrammel had been one of the most vocal supporters of the campus model. The proposal would have united Moschendorf, Eberau, Bildein, and Deutsch Schützen under a single shared system. But when the results came in, 67% of eligible voters had participated, and 75% of them rejected the plan. Most cited financial risks and the fear that such a change could never be undone.

The final count confirmed a decisive preference for stability. The primary school will remain open, and the campus model has been set aside. For now, the community has chosen to keep things as they are.