Otto Krause Technical School facts for kids
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National Industrial School |
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| Type | Technical School |
| Established | March 17, 1899 |
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| Colors | Red, White |
The Otto Krause Technical School is a special school in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is located in the San Telmo area, at the corner of Paseo Colón Avenue and Chile Street. This school helps students get a degree in technical subjects.
The school is named after its founder, an engineer named Otto Krause. He was the son of German immigrants. The school started in 1897, making it the oldest technical school in Argentina.
Today, about 2,000 students attend the Otto Krause Technical School. They follow a six-year program.
What Students Learn
The first three years are called ciclo básico. In these years, students get a technical high school education. This is for students who have finished their elementary school studies.
The next three years are called ciclo superior. Here, students learn more advanced topics. They study different areas of engineering technology. After finishing these six years, students can go to a university. They can then study for an engineering degree.
School Building and History
The current school building is very old and important. It first opened on May 24, 1909. In 1995, the building was named a National Monument. This means it is a protected and historic place in Argentina.
Famous People Who Attended
Many talented people have studied at the Otto Krause Technical School. Here are a few of them:
- Gregorio Baro, a scientist
- Alejandro Bustillo, an architect
- Francisco Salamone, an architect
- Oscar Panno, a chess master
- Ladislao Pazmany, an aviation designer
See also
In Spanish: Escuela Técnica Otto Krause para niños
