By: Angela Adu-Asomaning and Alberta Asanewa Dwirah
As Huni Valley Senior High School prepares to mark its 50th anniversary this November, school authorities are appealing for urgent support to address critical infrastructure challenges.
Speaking at the national launch of Hunivass @ 50 in Accra, the Headmaster, Mr. Daniel Aidoo, revealed that out of the school’s total student population of 1,711, more than 1,205 are girls, leading to severe overcrowding in the existing dormitories. He therefore appealed for support to construct a new girls’ dormitory and provide at least 1,000 units of classroom furniture as the school transitions to the single-track system.
“We have been informed that our school is among the 99 institutions scheduled to move to the single-track system this year. To make this transition possible, we are hoping to receive about 1,000 pieces of furniture. Currently, we have 42 classrooms, and with an average of 50 students per class, we will have the capacity to admit about 2,000 students. Once the furniture is provided, we will be ready to fully switch to the single-track system.”
The President of the Huni Valley Old Students Association (HUNIVAS), Mr. Kofi Arhin, outlined several initiatives the Association is undertaking to uplift the school as part of the anniversary. He also called on alumni and partners to contribute towards ongoing development projects to address pressing needs.
“We have lined up several activities, including cleaning exercises and games between teachers and old students. However, one major project, the construction of a fence wall, is beyond our capacity to undertake alone. We are therefore appealing for support from old students, individuals, and corporate bodies to help make it a reality.”
An old student, Dr. Tony Aubynn, described the anniversary theme, “50 Years of Secondary School Education: The Role of Stakeholders,” as timely. He stressed the need to reflect on the contributions that have shaped the school despite challenges such as its remote location and limited resources. Dr. Aubynn urged government and education stakeholders to support rural schools, not by lowering standards, but by improving infrastructure and ensuring quality education in deprived areas.
“I believe we must improve the school’s amenities and create better conditions for teachers. However, the growing inequality between the so-called Ivy League secondary schools and others should not be allowed to widen it must be closed. I am pleased that this government has shown a personal commitment to bridging that gap, and I am confident that Huni Valley Senior High School will also receive the needed attention.”
The launch also featured the unveiling of the anniversary logo, polo shirts, and commemorative cloth, while signaling the beginning of a fundraising campaign to support the school’s development projects.
Established in November 1975 to serve Huni Valley and surrounding communities in the Prestea/Huni Valley District of the Western Region, the school will celebrate its golden jubilee from November 24 to 30, 2025.
