On the momentous occasion of the 70th anniversary of the esteemed OLA Girls Senior High School, Her Excellency, Samira Bawumia delivered a captivating speech celebrating the rich history and promising future of the institution. As a fervent advocate for girl education, Mrs. Bawumiaenthusiastically accepted the invitation to join in the commemoration.
Reflecting on the remarkable seventy-year journey of OLA Girls Senior High School, Mrs. Bawumia paid homage to the visionary founders who established the institution with a commitment to providing a holistic Catholic education. She underscored the school’s pivotal role in nurturing academic excellence and instilling enduring values that have shaped generations of students.
The theme for the anniversary celebration, “Reminiscing 70 Years of Holistic Catholic Education: The Role of Stakeholders in Embracing Technology and Entrepreneurship for the Future,” resonates deeply with the evolving landscape of education. Mrs. Bawumia emphasized the imperative of integrating technology into education to enhance learning and prepare students for the challenges of the 21st century.
Recognizing the pivotal role of girl-child education in national development, Mrs. Bawumia lauded the Free Senior High School policy for its transformative impact, particularly in enhancing girl-child enrollment. She highlighted the policy’s role in nurturing the dreams and potential of young girls and reaffirmed the importance of empowering future leaders through education.
Amidst the challenges posed by the impact of COVID-19 on teaching and learning, Mrs. Bawumia emphasized the significance of leveraging technology to expose students to artificial intelligence and computer programs, positioning them for global competence. She lauded Ghana’s digital agenda and its transformative impact on the economy and governance, citing initiatives such as the Mobile Money Interoperability system and the Ghana.gov payments platform.
Furthermore, Mrs. Bawumia underscored the value of nurturing an entrepreneurial spirit among students, citing the government’s “Business in a Box” initiative aimed at bolstering small and medium-sized enterprises with digital tools and services. She expressed her hope for greater success stories of girls in technology and entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and practical lessons to enhance their skills.
In closing, Mrs. Bawumia expressed her optimism for the promising future of OLA Girls Senior High School and reiterated her commitment to partnering with the Past OLA Girls Association to foster progress in technology and entrepreneurship for young girls. Her inspiring speech resonated deeply with the audience, marking the 70th Anniversary Celebrations of OLA Girls Senior High School as a memorable and transformative event.
The celebration was marked by an air of optimism and promise, with Mrs. Bawumia’s speech serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of OLA Girls Senior High School and its unwavering commitment to excellence in education.
