Odomase: The Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Senior High School in Odomase has issued a call for infrastructure development to encourage the comprehensive growth and development of the institution. Mr. Abraham Opoku, the Headmaster of the school, has also requested government intervention to upgrade the school to a boarding status.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Opoku emphasized the challenges faced by the school despite its achievements in academics and sports, as well as its high discipline standards. The lack of adequate classrooms, offices, and furniture hinders effective teaching and learning. He made these remarks during a handing-over ceremony for school prefects, church executives, and a fundraising event at Odomase in the Sunyani Municipality of the Bono Region, themed 'Rooted in Knowledge: Guarded by Faith for Three Years.'
Mr. Opoku lamented the stalled progress on a 12-unit GETFUND project for the school and called for support from corporate entities, the SDA church, and affluent individuals to resume construction. Currently a day school, the institution faces inadequate hostel facilities, forcing approximately 60 percent of students to sleep on the floor due to overcrowding.
Additionally, Mr. Opoku highlighted the need for a proper worship center to enhance the spiritual growth of students, empowering them to become productive citizens and contribute significantly to national development. The school, established in 2004 with 24 students, has expanded significantly, boasting a current population of 322 students, 53 teachers, and 15 non-teaching staff. It was absorbed by the government in 2016.
Mr. Kwasi Asante Boateng, the Sunyani West Municipal Chief Executive, praised the school's discipline and urged students to maintain diligence and respect for authority. He assured the assembly's commitment to addressing the school's infrastructure needs and acknowledged the dedication of the teaching and non-teaching staff.
Mr. Boateng underscored the school's unique commitment to spiritual and academic excellence, encouraging students to capitalize on this and focus on achieving academic success. Pastor Joseph Kyeremeh, the School's Chaplain, mentioned in an interview that the fundraising rally aimed to renovate the school's Assembly Hall, enhancing it with wall fans, pulpits, chairs, and a projector.
The funds raised are also intended to support the activities of the Ghana National Association of Adventist Students (GNAAS) of the Midwest Ghana Conference of the SDA. The school recognized several individuals and students, including the headmaster and chaplain, with certificates for their outstanding contributions to GNAAS activities and its past executives.
