The Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) voiced significant frustration during its 62nd Annual Conference, which took place in Tamale from October 7 to 11.
The focus of their concerns was the ongoing difficulties in obtaining reliable electricity for schools nationwide.
In their statement, CHASS highlighted the detrimental impact of prepaid electricity meters implemented by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), emphasizing that these meters are exacerbating the financial challenges faced by headteachers in managing school operations.
CHASS urged the government to take immediate action, advocating for a transition from prepaid to postpaid meters to guarantee a stable electricity supply.
They stressed the importance of a reliable power source for facilitating effective academic activities and ensuring campus security, especially during nighttime hours.
The theme of the conference was “Making the Senior High School Community a 21st Century Learning Centre – A Shared Responsibility.”