Anfoega: Mr Albert Kwasi Dodo, the Headmaster of Anfoega Senior High School (ANFOESEC) in the Volta Region, has praised the school's academic achievements as it marks its 60th anniversary. He highlighted that over the years, the school has consistently achieved impressive WASSCE results, with more than 80% of students scoring aggregates 'A to C', qualifying them for tertiary education.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Dodo addressed a decline in performance in 2024 and 2025, where results dropped to 15% and 35% respectively. He noted that female students consistently outperformed males and some have secured Mastercard Foundation Scholarships to study at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. He assured stakeholders that efforts are underway to address areas of underperformance.
Mr Dodo also discussed the issue of indiscipline in senior high schools across the country, stating that discipline at ANFOESEC is well-managed. He commended those who contributed to maintaining a disciplined environment. Furthermore, he praised the school's achievements in sports, agriculture, and fashion design, emphasizing a culture of self-reliance among students.
Infrastructure improvements under past and present governments were acknowledged, although challenges remain. Mr Dodo expressed gratitude to alumni for their continued support and highlighted the need for addressing challenges to revert the school to a single-track system.
The 60th anniversary, themed 'Celebrating 60 Years: The Role of Stakeholders in Providing Quality Education for the 21st Century', saw Mr Michael Tawiah Klutse, President of Anfoega Senior High School Old Students Association, urging past students to embrace healing and reconciliation. He pledged ongoing alumni support for the school's development.
Togbe Tepre Hodo IV, the Paramount Chief of the Anfoega Traditional Area, praised alumni efforts in organizing the anniversary and encouraged current students to follow in their footsteps, focusing on academic and personal growth.