The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially announced the re-opening date for first-year students in Senior High and Senior High Technical Schools for the 2024/2025 academic year. This announcement, signed by Mr. Prince C. Agyemang-Duah, the Acting Director of the Schools and Instructions Division, was made public on Monday, July 15, 2024.
Re-opening Date and Duration
According to the notice, first-year students will begin their academic journey on Friday, September 27, 2024. This marks the start of a new chapter for these young students as they embark on their secondary education. The re-opening date is crucial as it sets the tone for the academic activities and schedules that will follow throughout the semester.
The first semester for these students will run until Friday, December 6, 2024. This means that the students will have about two months and a week of academic activities before they break for vacation. This period will be filled with various educational and extracurricular activities aimed at providing a holistic learning experience for the students.
Unchanged Activities and Programmes
The GES has also stated that all other activities, programmes, and arrangements for the semester will remain unchanged. This means that the existing schedules and plans that have been set for the semester will be followed without any alterations. It is expected that the schools will continue to run smoothly and efficiently, ensuring that students receive the best education possible.
Importance of the Announcement
The announcement of the re-opening date is significant for several reasons. Firstly, it allows students and their parents to prepare adequately for the new academic year. Students can get their uniforms, textbooks, and other necessary materials ready ahead of time. Parents, on the other hand, can make the necessary arrangements to ensure their children are well-prepared for school.
Secondly, it helps the schools to plan and organize their activities effectively. Knowing the re-opening date in advance allows the school administration to prepare the classrooms, dormitories, and other facilities to accommodate the new students. It also helps the teachers to plan their lessons and other academic activities for the semester.
Expectations from the Students
As the first-year students prepare to start their secondary education, there are several expectations from them. They are expected to be disciplined and focused on their studies. The transition from junior high to senior high school can be challenging, and it requires a lot of dedication and hard work. The students are also expected to participate actively in all school activities, both academic and extracurricular.
The GES, through this announcement, also reiterates its commitment to providing quality education to all students. The service is dedicated to ensuring that all students have access to the best educational resources and opportunities. This is in line with the government's Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy, which aims to provide free and quality secondary education to all Ghanaian children.
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