According to ghana news agency:ccording to Ghana News Agency, Rev. Agbo highlighted that while the Free Senior High School policy has increased educational access for over 1.6 million students, it is imperative now to focus on enhancing learning outcomes and equipping students with practical and digital skills. He pointed out that Ghana's educational progress hinges on the quality of education provided to children. However, challenges such as overcrowded classrooms, inadequate infrastructure, delays in funding, and poor boarding facilities pose significant threats to the sustainability of the Free SHS program.
Rev. Agbo noted that several students entering Senior High School lack basic literacy and numeracy skills. He acknowledged the Competency-Based Curriculum as a positive step towards fostering critical thinking, entrepreneurship, STEM, and digital literacy. However, its effectiveness is hindered by issues like inadequate teacher retraining, outdated ICT facilities, insufficient science laboratories, and limited teaching materials.
Rev. Agbo stressed the need for education to prepare learners for life beyond examinations. Reflecting on the Academy's achievements, he mentioned deliberate investments in ICT integration, robotics, STEM education, leadership development, and various other areas to bolster academic excellence. Future plans include establishing a modern science laboratory, a state-of-the-art library, a boarding house, Kharistar High School, an International Baccalaureate World School, and a College of Education.
He proposed several reforms, such as aligning Colleges of Education with the Competency-Based Curriculum, appointing education professionals to lead the Ministry of Education, extending Senior High School education to four years, and enacting an Education Curriculum Act to minimize frequent curriculum changes. Rev. Agbo believes that stable education policies are crucial for producing graduates equipped with the competencies needed for industry and national development.
Mrs. Gloria Ama Agbo, the Principal of the Academy, highlighted the school's focus on counselling, educational management, and student welfare as key factors in its growth over the past five years. She reaffirmed the management's dedication to nurturing students who excel academically and possess strong character, leadership, and innovation skills.
Mr. Edem Kofi Kpotosu, the Member of Parliament for Ho Central, urged parents to be actively involved in their children's education, emphasizing that education extends beyond classroom instruction. He encouraged students to remain disciplined and committed to academic excellence.
Mr. Benjamin Teye Larweh, the Deputy Head of Public Affairs at the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) and the guest speaker, congratulated the Academy on its milestone and encouraged students to strive diligently to realize their full potential.
Obenfo Nana Kwasi Gyetuah, the National Executive Director of the Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS), praised the Academy for promoting quality private education and called for stronger partnerships to enhance learning outcomes.
The ceremony united educationists, traditional leaders, clergy, parents, students, and other stakeholders to celebrate the Academy's achievements and reaffirm their commitment to transforming education in Ghana.