Tamale: The Concerned Parents' Association of Islamic Science Senior High School, Tamale has handed over a renovated boys' dormitory to the Management of the school following a successful parent-funded intervention to improve student accommodation and welfare.
According to Ghana News Agency, the renovation, which cost a total of GHS184,742.00, was completed within two and a half months through contributions from parents in collaboration with school authorities. Mr. Charles Ayendago, Vice Chairperson of the Association, speaking during the handing over ceremony at the school's premises, said the intervention was necessitated by the poor state of the dormitory, which became a major concern to parents.
Mr. Ayendago highlighted that the deteriorating condition of the facility affected students' comfort and parents' peace of mind. He emphasized, "Our children live, study and grow here. The dormitory is their second home, and when that home is unsafe or uncomfortable, learning suffers."
He added that upon assuming office on August 30, 2025, the executive of the Association prioritized addressing urgent infrastructural challenges, with the boys' dormitory identified as a critical need. The renovation was carried out in three phases, beginning with roofing works to prevent flooding of upper floors at a cost of GHS89,015.00.
The second phase involved electrical rewiring, installation of fittings, fans, and bulbs, masonry works, and repairs to doors at a cost of GHS64,615.00, while the final phase focused on painting and finishing works costing GHS31,132.00. The project also led to the establishment of the Association's secretariat equipped with basic office facilities to enhance communication between parents and the association.
Mr. Ayendago appealed for proper maintenance to preserve the investment, urging students to take responsibility for protecting the facility, describing it as their own home. He also mentioned that parents had agreed to contribute GHS300 per head towards the purchase of a water tanker to help address water challenges as students prepared for examinations.
Mr. Kingsley Adzraku, Deputy Northern Regional Director of Education, commended the Association for its initiative and described the intervention as a model of community participation in education. He emphasized that parental involvement remained critical to improving educational outcomes and urged other parent associations to emulate the example of Islamic Science SHS.
Alhaji Mohammed Issifu, Headmaster of Islamic Science Senior High School, expressed appreciation to the Association and parents for their commitment and sacrifices. He noted that the improved dormitory would enhance students' comfort, safety, and academic focus. He assured parents and stakeholders that management would ensure regular maintenance of the facility and judicious use of all resources entrusted to the school.