Ga North:The Ga North Municipal Education Directorate recently held a send-off ceremony to honor nine retirees at the New Achimota Presbyterian School compound, Mile 7. This event marked the fourth annual celebration organized by the directorate, highlighting the transition of these educators from their roles within the education sector to active community contributors.
According to Ghana Web, the ceremony, themed 'New chapter of service from the staffroom to the community,' was attended by colleagues, family, friends, and key education stakeholders. The Municipal Director of Education, Mrs. Esther Jones Safo, addressed the retirees, urging them to continue serving as mentors and advocates of education in their communities. She acknowledged their valuable years of service and emphasized the lasting influence of educators.
Each retiree received a citation of honor and an undisclosed monetary award, recognizing their over three decades of service within the Ghana Education Service. The Ga North Municipal Chief Executive, Akwatey Agbo, praised the directorate's efforts in maintaining this tradition and highlighted the significant roles played by the retirees in shaping responsible citizens.
The celebrated retirees included Madam Veronica Hlormatsi, Madam Lordina Offei, Mrs. Aminatu Basugu, Madam Margaret Ayew, Mr. Edmund Owusu Agyapong, Mrs. Felicia Adwoa Sarpong, Madam Felicia Mantey, Madam Christiana Nyedu, and Madam Esther Danso.