The donation, which included a projector, smart television, computer, projector screen, internet router, whiteboard, and several reading materials, is aimed at enhancing the teaching and learning experience of students in the club.

Speaking to Adom News during the presentation ceremony, Dr. Asumeng said he was informed by the school’s management about the lack of essential materials for the debating club, a challenge that had hindered their performance in national competitions.

“Ola Girls’ SHS is one of the best schools in the country, so hearing that the debating club lacked learning materials was quite worrying. I decided to step in and support them so they can perform better,” he explained.

The Patron of the Debating Club and Head of the Languages Department, Prosper Mensah Aforvor, expressed deep appreciation to Dr. Asumeng for the gesture.

He noted that the new materials would significantly boost the club’s academic performance and help students sharpen their public speaking and critical thinking skills.

“Over the years, the club has not performed as expected due to a lack of learning materials. This donation will go a long way to transform our preparations and boost our confidence in competitions,” he said.

The school’s management also expressed gratitude to Dr. Asumeng for his commitment to supporting education and urged other old students and professionals to emulate his example.

Source: Sammy Asare

Speaking to Adom News during the induction ceremony, which was attended by traditional leaders, clergy, staff of the Ghana Education Service, parents, teachers and students, the Bishop said the school has long maintained a reputation for good discipline.

Unlike other institutions that have recorded cases of students attacking teachers, drug abuse, violent protests, and fighting with weapons, he said Ola Girls’ SHS has largely avoided such negative incidents.

He, therefore, urged the new headmistress to intensify measures that will protect and enhance the school’s image.

According to him, sustaining this standard requires collaboration with stakeholders, especially teaching and non-teaching staff.

“The headmistress can succeed only if she works closely with those who share responsibility for shaping the students,” Bishop Atuahene stressed.

Also speaking at the event, the Toprehene of Kenyasi No. 2, Nana Adu Sarpong, and the new headmistress, Beatrice Adongo, called for unity and support from all stakeholders.

They noted that teamwork, collective ideas, and a shared commitment to discipline and academic excellence will be crucial in moving the school forward.

The Ola Girls’ team outperformed several schools, including Serwaa Kesse Girls, Bechem Presby, Ahafoman, Mim, Acherensua, Yamfo Technical Institute, Bechem Technical Institute, Gyedu Technical Institute, and Boakye Tromo.

The highly competitive event was held in Bechem.

Queen Alexis Adu Serwaa Arthur, the lead facilitator for Ola Girls, told Adom News that the challenge has had a significant impact on students, schools, communities, and the nation as a whole.

She highlighted that the competition has empowered students to develop innovative solutions to environmental problems using affordable local materials. One of the key focuses has been on restoring lands degraded by illegal mining activities.

Julius Nkansah Nyarko, Senior Manager for Renewable Energy Regulations at the Energy Commission, expressed his admiration for the quality of the entries from the 10 participating schools.

He described the students’ creative approaches to environmental challenges as both impressive and inspiring, adding that the commission plans to harness and refine these ideas to effectively address environmental issues.

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Ola Girls SHS’s cultural week celebration was designed to teach the students the cultural and traditions of all 16 regions of Ghana.

The event, attended by chiefs, Ghana Education Service (GES) staff, alumni, other schools, and the general public, was held under the theme “The Role of Culture in the Formation of the 21st Century Girl.”

Assistant Headmaster for Administration at Ola Girls SHS, Richard Ernest Amankwah, explained to Adom News that, the celebration was necessary because students are increasingly distancing themselves from Ghana’s rich cultural heritage.

The school, therefore, saw the need to educate them about the various cultures across the country.

The celebration featured students showcasing the cultural practices, attire, and traditions of all 16 regions of Ghana.

The goal was to help students, not only from Ola Girls but from other schools as well to appreciate the country’s rich culture and reduce their inclination to adopt foreign cultures from Europe and America.

Dwaatoafohemaa of Kenyasi No. 1, Nana Yaa Kyerew, and the Head of Past Students, Sweetie Godbless Owusu, both praised the school’s management for organizing such an educational event.

This cultural week celebration at Ola Girls SHS is a significant step towards instilling cultural appreciation and pride in the younger generation, ensuring that Ghana’s rich traditions are not lost to globalization.

This initiative aims to address the long-standing accommodation challenges faced by the school’s headmistress.

Representing the MP at the sod-cutting ceremony, District Chief Executive (DCE) Anthony Mensah said the school management had brought to their attention the pressing need for a residential facility for the headmistress.

In response, Banor decided to support the school with a three-bedroom self-contained bungalow.

DCE Mensah emphasized the importance of adhering to the project’s six-month completion timeline, urging the contractor to ensure timely delivery to alleviate the stress experienced by the headmistress and the school community.

The headmistress of Ola Girls SHS, Reverend Sister Antoinette Abiwu, expressed profound gratitude to the MP for his gesture.

She highlighted the numerous challenges she and the school have faced due to the lack of suitable accommodation, including relying on hotels to host staff of Ghana Education Service (GES).

The new bungalow is expected to significantly improve her ability to perform her duties effectively and bring dignity to the school.