The Upper Denkyira West District is making significant strides in improving educational infrastructure under the leadership of the District Chief Executive (DCE), Mr Isaac Nsiah.
In collaboration with Nananom, the District Education Directorate, Assembly Members and staff, school authorities, parents, contractors and other stakeholders, the DCE commissioned and handed over a newly constructed Kindergarten (KG) block to the Modaso Roman Catholic School.
Speaking at the ceremony, the DCE Mr Isaac Nsiah reaffirmed his commitment to improving educational infrastructure and completing outstanding projects across the district.
He disclosed plans to provide additional educational facilities to strengthen the education sector and reiterated the government’s determination to eliminate schools operating under trees.
The DCE also announced an award scheme to recognise schools that demonstrate excellence in maintaining their infrastructure. He emphasised the importance of developing a strong maintenance culture and encouraging community ownership to ensure that educational facilities remain in good condition.
The newly constructed KG block comprises classrooms, furniture, a restroom, an office and a kitchen. The facility is expected to provide pupils and teachers with a safe, conducive and child-friendly environment for teaching and learning.
The DCE expressed appreciation to the traditional authorities, community members and other stakeholders for their cooperation and support throughout the construction of the project. He commended them for serving as responsible watchdogs and helping to ensure its successful completion.
The District Education Director, Mr. Nana Kusi, commended the government for the initiative and stressed the need for sustained investment in educational infrastructure. He also called on school authorities and communities to adopt a strong maintenance culture to preserve the facilities and ensure they serve their intended purpose for many years.
Mr. Nana Kusi further highlighted other government interventions benefiting pupils, including the provision of sanitary pads, school furniture and mosquito nets. He noted that approximately 1,080 pupils were benefiting from these interventions.
Speaking on behalf of Father Jude, the Local Manager of the Roman Catholic Church, Rev. Father Finn expressed gratitude to the government for the project and appealed for additional infrastructure to further improve teaching and learning.
He urged the beneficiary community to regard the new facility as their own and take responsibility for its proper maintenance to ensure its longevity and continued benefit to pupils.
