The Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has revealed that 60 percent of Senior High Schools (SHSs) nationwide have transitioned from the double-track system to single-track operation.
Emphasizing the Ministry’s commitment, he asserted that all SHSs will eventually adopt the single-track system, notwithstanding the surge in enrollment attributed to the Free SHS program.
Speaking at the launch of the annual STEMNNOVATION competition at the Accra Technical Training Centre, Dr. Adutwum underscored the importance of fostering creativity and innovation in education.
The competition serves as a platform for SHS and TVET students to develop projects addressing societal challenges within the realms of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
This year’s competition focuses on four key areas: environmental sustainability, food sovereignty, sustainable energy, and digital technologies. Dr. Adutwum emphasized that nurturing creativity and innovation aligns with the government’s educational objectives, aiming to equip students with the skills to drive the nation’s transformational agenda.
Highlighting the significance of modern educational infrastructure, the Minister stressed the necessity for 21st-century learning environments. He called upon industry and corporate entities to collaborate with the Ministry in supporting students’ STEM initiatives.
The STEMNNOVATION competition, now in its third year since inception in 2022, has showcased impressive projects from participating schools. Notably, Kumasi Academy and Ahafoman Senior High School emerged victorious in the inaugural and subsequent editions, respectively.