Young talents honored: Prizes awarded for Amberg vocational students!
Amberg honored outstanding graduates of the vocational school with prizes and certificates at a ceremony on October 27, 2025.

Young talents honored: Prizes awarded for Amberg vocational students!
On Wednesday, October 27, 2025, a celebratory awards ceremony for the best graduates of the Amberg vocational school took place in the large town hall of Amberg. The event marked a significant milestone in the lives of these young people and attracted numerous guests, including representatives of the training institutions, class leaders and chamber representatives. In his welcoming speech, the mayor of the city of Amberg, Martin J. Preuß (CSU), emphasized the importance of the graduates for the region and thus supported the achievements of the young specialists.
A total of 13 students received special awards for their outstanding successes. Among the twelve distinguished graduates were some who were honored by the support association with special coins and a cash amount of 75 euros. Headmaster Wolfgang Prebeck praised the prizewinners' perseverance and thirst for knowledge and encouraged them to exploit their potential and take on responsibility. His words underlined how valuable the graduates are for the future of the region.
Categorized awards for excellence
The award ceremony was divided into three different categories: the state awards from the government of the Upper Palatinate, the city awards from the city of Amberg and the vocational school awards. Of the four state awards, the best graduates with a diploma of at least 1.5 received the recognition they deserve. Honored graduates include:
- Franz Kunkel (Bankkaufmann, Sparkasse Amberg-Sulzbach)
- Elias Baumer (Werkzeugmechaniker, Gerresheimer Regensburg GmbH)
- Evelyn Lebolt (Steuerfachangestellte, Steuerkanzlei Bergbauer)
- Alexander Nedvidek (Bäcker, Bäckerei Plank)
The following talented students also received city awards:
- Saskia Ackermann (Friseurin, Salon Hairfresh)
- Merit Matuschek (Elektronikerin, Siemens AG)
- Skrolan Veit (Kauffrau für Einzelhandel, Nanu-Nana)
- Lukas Raab (Mechatroniker, Siemens AG)
The prizes from the Amberg vocational school went to:
- Sebastian Schauer (Industriemechaniker, Baumann GmbH)
- David Schütz (Bankkaufmann, Sparkasse Amberg-Sulzbach)
- Jasmin Mühlbauer (Steuerfachangestellte, Steuerbüro Achim Seiderer)
- Nele Hempel (Friseurin, Friseursalon Flier)
- Anna-Maria Trautmann (Elektronikerin, ZF Friedrichshafen AG)
A happy get-together
The honor was not only a sign of success for the graduates, but also of the community that stands behind them. District Administrator Richard Reisinger honored the best students of the 2023/24 vocational school year and emphasized that the event was a brilliant opportunity for exchange. To celebrate the day, there was a cozy get-together with a hearty snack, to which the families and friends of the graduates were also invited. Such meetings strengthen cohesion and promote a positive network for the future of young professionals.
The event was held in a festive setting and is part of the tradition of honoring the best talent in the region. The boards of the Chamber of Crafts and other institutions were also present and appreciated the achievements of the young people. Central Bavarian and Upper Palatinate echo report on a successful evening that will be remembered by everyone present for a long time.
