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March 11, 2026
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PRESEC-Legon 2001 group rallies support for staff accommodation project
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Key Points
- The 2001 year group of PRESEC-Legon is fundraising to construct a four-unit, two-bedroom staff apartment on campus.
- This 'Ɔdadeɛ 2001 Legacy Project' marks the group's 25th anniversary and the school's 88th anniversary.
- The project aims to address a significant accommodation gap, as only 59 teachers currently reside on campus for 3,290 boarding students.
- Expected benefits include improved teacher supervision, academic mentoring, pastoral care, student discipline, safety, and teacher retention.
- Funding is being mobilized through a sod-cutting and fundraising campaign targeting alumni, corporate organizations, and supporters.
Why This Matters
This initiative highlights a critical infrastructure challenge within Ghana's senior high school system, specifically the lack of adequate teacher accommodation. Addressing this gap, as demonstrated by the PRESEC-Legon alumni, is crucial for improving the quality of education, student welfare, and adherence to recommended teacher-student ratios across the country.
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