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The Amansie South District Education Directorate has held its first-ever Teachers’ Awards Ceremony to honor and celebrate educators who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to improving education in the district. The colorful event, which took place at the District Assembly Hall, brought together teachers, local leaders, assembly members, and other stakeholders.
Acknowledging Dedication
The District Director of Education, Mr. Stephen Adu Darko, in his keynote address, praised the teachers for their unwavering commitment, particularly in overcoming the unique challenges of teaching in rural communities. He explained that the awards were designed to inspire educators and foster a culture of excellence in teaching.
“Teaching is not just a job; it is a calling to transform lives and communities. Today, we celebrate you for your resilience and tireless commitment to shaping the future of our children. These awards are a token of our appreciation for the invaluable work you do,” he stated.
Support from the MP
The Member of Parliament for the Manso Adubia Constituency and Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Yaw Frimpong Addo, was the guest of honor. He commended the Education Directorate for recognizing the hard work of teachers and pledged his continued support for education in the district.
Hon. Frimpong Addo announced plans to ensure that teachers have access to internet connectivity to aid research and improve teaching and learning. He said efforts are underway to connect all communities in the district to electricity, which will power telecommunications masts and make reliable internet available.
“Our goal is to create an environment where our teachers have the tools they need to excel. Connecting communities to electricity and internet services will go a long way in enhancing education delivery in the district,” he said.
Recognizing Excellence
The awards ceremony featured the presentation of honors to teachers who excelled in various categories, including Best Teacher in Primary Education, Best Teacher in Junior High School, and Most Innovative Teacher. Long-serving educators were also recognized for their years of dedicated service.
Some of the awardees expressed their gratitude for the recognition, describing the event as a morale booster for teachers in the district. They emphasized that the awards would inspire them and their colleagues to work harder to achieve educational excellence.
A Vision for the Future
The ceremony also included cultural performances by students, as well as speeches from local leaders and stakeholders, all of whom highlighted the importance of quality education in driving development.
The Amansie South District Education Directorate announced its intention to make the Teachers’ Awards Ceremony an annual event, aimed at encouraging and rewarding excellence in the teaching profession.
The event ended on a high note, with attendees leaving inspired by the stories of dedication and the shared commitment to advancing education in the district.
