Early Grade Students Association inaugurated
The Early Grade Unit of the Department of Education of the Presbyterian Women’s College of Education (PWCE) has launched an Early Grade Student’s Association (EGSA) to help build student-teachers capacities and empower them to help transform early childhood education.
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The association is to help provide a strong foundation for students, nurturing talents and helping them become well-rounded individuals.
It is also aimed at creating an environment that nurtures students’ innate talents, supports their social and emotional growth and fosters their love for learning.
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Throwing more light on the initiative, the Principal of the PWCE, Rev. Dr Grace Sintim Adasi, told the Daily Graphic that education was not just about the acquisition of knowledge but the key that unlocked the door to a brighter future.
According to her, the association was to provide early grade students with various opportunities to explore their interest even while in school, to develop their skills and engage in meaningful activities.
“We will organise workshops, competitions and interactive sessions designed to enhance their creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities,” she said.
Rev. Dr said through the association, students would be encouraged to embrace diversity beyond classroom activities, build strong relationships and become active contributors to their community.
She called for greater collaboration between its faculty, organisations which were into early childhood education, parents and the wider community to address challenges associated with early childhood education.
She pleaded with stakeholders, especially non-governmental organisations which were into early childhood education to come to the aid of the association and assist it purchased child-related materials to enhance teaching and learning.
The principal advised students to embrace the opportunity to learn, grow and discover their unique talents.
Adaptation
A representative from the SADA College of Education, Asokore, Stella Akosua Kayi, said it was the responsibility of educators to adapt to the changing landscape to nurture students curiosity and empower them to become lifelong learners.
The Head of Education Department of PWCE, Dr Davis Mawuena Aweso, said the establishment of the association was testament of the institution’s commitment to nurturing and empowering its young learners.
He was hopeful that the association would provide a platform for its early grade students to express their ideas, showcase their talents and engage in meaningful activities that foster their holistic growth.
