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Cherryfield Montessori holds 10th anniversary, Speech & Prize giving day
Staff, joined by some guests and pupils to cut the anniversary cake
Cherryfield Montessori School has celebrated its 10th anniversary with pomp and pageantry.
The event, which took place at the school ‘s premises at Pokuase ACP on Saturday witnessed some breathtaking display of talents by the school children.
In addition, there were choreographic performances, poetry recitals, drama displays and cultural exhibitions.
The event which also marked the Eighth Speech and Prize-Giving day and graduation ceremony was also used to recognise and honour exceptional graduands and dedicated members of staff who have made remarkable contributions to the progress of the school.
Speaking at the event, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the school, Magdalene Dzifa Adzanu, highlighted the significance of digital technology in the education of young learners in the country.
A former Dean of the University of Ghana (UG) School of Public Health and a Clinical Epidemiologist, Professor Fred Newton Binka, who was the guest of honour urged the management of the school to embrace advanced technology.
He pointed out that modern technology has revolutionised the world and encouraged educational institutions to leverage it to enhance learning outcomes.
Prof Binka commended Cherryfield Montessori School as a well-organised and exemplary institution and emphasised the importance of incorporating digital technology to keep pace with global advancements.
He stressed the need for stronger infrastructure to prevent incidents like the recent situation where 86 mobile phones were confiscated from candidates during the ongoing 2023 WASSCE examinations.
He also addressed the issue of brain drain in Ghana’s healthcare sector, highlighting the link between high rates of graduate unemployment and the exodus of health professionals seeking opportunities abroad.
The former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Mrs. Betty Mould-Iddrisu who graced the occasion as the Guest Speaker emphasised the vital role of parents as facilitators in their children’s education and future careers.
She underscored the importance of discipline, history, language, creativity, arts, and cultural identity in shaping individuals’ lives.
Mrs Mould-Iddrisu also appealed to the West African Examination Council (WAEC) to strengthen its infrastructure in order to prevent recurring examination malpractices across different examinations.