Wesley Grammar School launches 70th anniversary
The National Security Advisor to the President, Prosper Bani, has called on stakeholders in education to embrace technologies such as artificial intelligence, robotics, digital learning platforms and global connectivity, as they redefine education and human interaction.
He said these tools were critical in preparing students to thrive in the fast-changing, technology-driven world.
Mr Bani made the call at the launch of the 70th anniversary of Wesley Grammar School in Accra last Saturday.
Launch
The launch, which was on the theme: “70 years of holistic Methodist education: the role of stakeholders in embracing the new technology of the future,” brought together past students of the school, from WESGOSA 1962 to the present.
Guests and participants in the anniversary launch
Mr Bani, who is also an old student and member of the WESGOSA 1976-year group, also described the theme as “both timely and thought-provoking”.
He said while embracing technology as a tool for relevant teaching and learning, there was also the need for the school community to uphold its Methodist heritage of discipline, service, and integrity.
“The chalk and blackboard of old must now blend with interactive screens, e-libraries and digital research. Pedagogy must adapt; not to replace human guidance, but to enrich it,” he said.
To stakeholders
Mr Bani urged parents to guide their children, not only in their academic work, but also in their responsible use of technology.
He said the role of alumni was crucial in investing in the future of the school by serving as mentors, benefactors and role models.
To the church, he said its guidance was crucial in ensuring that technology was used ethically, responsibly, and in ways that uplift humanity.
“Our legacy must not only be about producing scholars, but moulding citizens who make a difference in church, state and society,” he said.
Appeal
The Headmistress of the School, Barbara Juliet Takyiwaa Thompson, appealed to stakeholders, alumni and the government for infrastructural support to enhance teaching and learning.
These included the completion of a 12-unit classroom block, construction of an ultramodern assembly hall and administration block, refurbishment of science laboratories, acquisition of a school bus and duty vehicle, additional dormitories, asphalting of inner roads and staff accommodation.
The former Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, Prof. Mrs Rosemond A. Boahene, who chaired the function, said the 70th anniversary was not only a commemoration of years gone by, but also a testimony to the enduring vision, resilience and commitment that had shaped the school into a beacon of learning and character formation.
She also said the anniversary theme was apt, as it challenged stakeholders to look back with gratitude, celebrate with pride and look forward with renewed dedication.
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