Essikado St Mark’s Anglican School undergoes massive renovation

The St Mark Anglican School in Essikado, Takoradi, has undergone renovation as part of efforts to improve teaching and learning in the school, one of the oldest basic schools in the community.

The comprehensive renovation works, addressed critical challenges, including leaking roofs, damaged blackboards, broken doors and windows and cracked floors.

It also introduced significant improvements, such as a fully functional washroom, a reliable mechanised borehole for clean water, and a revitalised learning environment tailored to meet the needs of over 500 students and teachers.

It will also serve as a valuable resource for the Essikado community as its design allows it to double as a venue for social events, further expanding its impact on the local community.

The renovation was through the sponsorship of a power-producing company, Karpowership Ghana, under its initiative to empower communities through education and its mission to support quality education and advance Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4, which focuses on ensuring inclusive and equitable education for all.

This is Karpowership Ghana’s second major school renovation project in Takoradi, further underscoring the company’s dedication to enhancing educational facilities in Ghana.

The first project was at the Rhynner Paul Anglican school in the Ngyeresia community.

Great investment

At the handing-over ceremony, the Paramount Chief of Essikado, Nana Kobina Nketsia V, commended Karpowership Ghana for its valuable contribution to the community. 

“Education is the cornerstone of development. By transforming this school, Karpowership has invested in the future of Essikado, and I am personally very grateful,” the Essikado Paramount Chief, an esteemed alumnus of the school, said.

He further urged all stakeholders to support community development initiatives and encouraged parents to take active roles in shaping their children’s futures.

Achieving SDG 4

The Communications Manager for Karpowership Ghana, Sandra Amarquaye,  expressed the company’s pride in the project, emphasising the transformative power of education. 

The old school block

“At Karpowership, we believe education is the foundation of every community. Through this renovation, we aim not only to contribute to achieving SDG 4 but also to provide learners with an environment to learn, grow and excel.

“We are committed to nurturing responsible adults who will contribute positively to society,” she said.

Impact

The Headmistress of St Mark Anglican School, Flora Ohenewa Kwafo, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Karpowership Ghana for transforming the school, stressing how it was going to impact teaching and learning.

“This renovation is a long time answered prayer. We will ensure the facility is well-maintained and I urge my staff to join me in making this possible,” she stated.

The Regional Manager of the Anglican School Unit, Ghana Education Service, Matilda Lairg, also praised Karpowership Ghana for the impactful project.

“Thank you, Karpowership Ghana, for this incredible transformation. But its true value will only be realised if parents and teachers work together to shape the future of our children,” Ms Lairg noted.