Stakeholders urged to invest in educational programmes
The Managing Director of the Universal Concept of Mental Arithmetic System (UCMAS), Girish Gurbani, has underscored the need to invest in educational programmes that are capable of preparing children with the capacity to handle complex future problems.
Speaking at the 14th UCMAS National Competition at the Pentecost Convention Centre in the Central Region, he said programmes such as UCMAS equipped students with both the intellectual and emotional faculty of students; hence, the need for parents, policymakers to invest in them.
Vision
“UCMAS is not just a math programme, it is a visionary educational platform that builds the intellectual and emotional toolkit required for tomorrow's problem solvers,” he said.
He added that in order to raise a generation capable of meeting global challenges with courage, intelligence and innovation, UCMAS was essential to achieve that goal.
“Let us invest in tools that shape, not just minds, but future leaders.
Let us champion UCMAS because the future belongs to those who are ready for it,” he said.
Competition
The two-day event, which was opened on Saturday, August 9, was on the theme: “UCMAS: A requisite medium for training 21st-century students to solve global challenges”.
About 150 students from 140 schools across the country showcased their skills in mental arithmetic and problem-solving, including a new National League competition to test applied UCMAS concepts.
A total of 350 pupils were recognised for their outstanding performance, receiving exclusive UCMAS-branded trophies, certificates, books, school supplies, and gadgets.
Some of the winners will go on to represent Ghana at international competitions in Georgia and Turkey.
The Business Development Director of UCMAS, Roger Ohemeng, emphasised that the competition played a significant role in sharpening students' skills in mathematics.
Mr Ohemeng encouraged parents to enrol their children in the UCMAS programme, citing its numerous benefits.
He said over the last 15 years, the event had garnered increased commitment from parents and schools due to its positive impact on students.
