German Heritage Language School

Allow us to introduce our teachers 😀

My name is Heide Bouter, and I am the teacher for the Children 4 class. I grew up in Siegen, Germany, and earned my teaching degree from the University of Siegen. In 2006, I moved to Nova Scotia and have been living in Wolfville, in the beautiful Annapolis Valley, ever since.
I joined the teaching team at GHLS in 2024 and am very grateful for the opportunity to share the German language and culture with the next generation. Teaching children has always been a passion of mine, and I strive to make my lessons fun, engaging, and meaningful.
Outside the classroom, I enjoy music, laughter, chocolate, beaches, hiking, and riding my bicycle. My favorite German food is any kind of Kuchen!
I can’t wait for another wonderful year of learning and fun together!

*Please refer to the comments for further information.

FYI: 🗓️
Deutsche Stunde will take place again this Saturday, June 13.

The Millstone Public House, Kings Wharf, has been renamed as Pi, with a new menu. They seem to be specializing a bit more in pizza now, but there are lots of other options. They have assured me that they will still have gluten-free options (although there is never a guarantee in an open kitchen). We will try it this time.

I would like to start asking people to let me know by noon on the day of our Stammtisch if you plan to attend (either via Facebook or WhatsApp) so I can make a reservation. That will make things easier at the restaurant/pub and allow me to decide whether to proceed with the gathering for the month, especially during the summer when people may be otherwise occupied.

Any time when I don’t have at least three or four people who confirm by noon on that day, Deutsche Stunde will be postponed until the following month.

Clarence

🚨End of Year Party on May 31st with this AMAZING group of students !

Dear GHLS students, parents and friends,

It’s hard to believe that our 2025-26 school year has already finished.

We hope you all enjoyed the year and that you were able to learn lots of German and experience German culture with us.

We warmly invite you to celebrate that at our End of Year Party!

🗓️ It will take place on Sunday, May 31, from 2:00-4:00 PM in the Community Hall of Christ Church, 61 Dundas Street in Dartmouth.

☕️This year’s theme is a cake picnic inspired by the German tradition of “Kaffee und Kuchen.” We encourage everyone to bring a cake or another baked treat to share. It will be a wonderful opportunity to enjoy delicious sweets and great company.

In addition to the picnic, we’ll have fun games and creative activities for everyone to enjoy.

Please RSVP by May 24, by replying to Arne at [email protected]

We look forward to celebrating with you! 😀

GHLS

On April 23rd, we’re holding a ‘Mystery Book Sale’ as a fundraiser for the GHLS library.

Blind date with a book!
We will be selling gently-used books wrapped in brown paper on which we have written some clues about the author and/or the story or topic, if it’s a bestseller or from a bestselling author etc.
There will be mostly adult novels in English and German, but also biographies, some crime, travel guides, and children’s books.

Join the fun and find a new favourite reading!
Please bring cash and help us raise funds for the GHLS library! 📚

Heute beenden die Studierende des DSD1 ihre Prüfungen mit einer mündlichen Präsentation. Wir wünschen euch viel Erfolg! 🍀

GHLS

Ostereiersuche in der Deutschen Schule!

Diese Woche wird es bei uns österlich: In der Deutschen Schule findet eine fröhliche Ostereiersuche statt! Wir freuen uns auf eine schöne gemeinsame Zeit mit viel Spaß, guter Laune und kleinen Überraschungen für die Kinder.
Wir wünschen allen schon jetzt viel Freude beim Suchen und ein frohes Osterfest! 🐣

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Easter Egg Hunt at the German School!

Things are getting festive this week: the German School will be hosting a cheerful Easter egg hunt! We are looking forward to spending a lovely time together filled with fun, good spirits, and little surprises for the children.
We already wish everyone lots of fun searching and a very Happy Easter! 🐣

GHLS