The Morgan International Community School has held its annual speech and prize-giving day, as well as its 10th graduation ceremony for its basic school and senior high school (SHS) graduates, respectively.
The school, a co-educational primary and secondary boarding school located in Gomoa Manso, near Agona Swedru in the Central Region, has over the past 14 years been providing a world-class, holistic international education to both local and expatriate and the latest graduation celebration was a testament to the school's enduring commitment to nurturing influential leaders and contributing to national development.
The theme for the ceremony, chaired by the Dean of the International Programmes Office (IPO), University of Ghana, Legon, Professor Jemima Asabea Anderson, was “Innovation with Purpose: Shaping Africa's Future in the Age of AI”.
A number of dignitaries graced the occasion; among them were the chiefs and elders of Gomoa-Manso, Agona Swedru, the Odzikro of Gomoa Manso, the Omankrado of Gomoa Manso, teachers, heads of departments, parents and alumni of the school.
A graduating member of the Senior High School (SHS), Nana Ama Pokuah Sarfo, was the Valedictorian for the WASSCE Class of 2026, while Henrietta Afua Otuah Otoo was the Valedictorian for the IBDP Class of 2026.
AI, human wisdom
The special Guest of Honour, the Executive Secretary of the National Identification Authority (NIA), Wisdom Kwaku Deku, in his address on Artificial Intelligence, said that technology has moved from being a futuristic idea to becoming part of our everyday lives.
Mr Deku, whose speech was read on his behalf by his deputy, Lt. Colonel George Appiah, also recognised the dedication of teachers who continued to invest their knowledge and time in shaping these young minds.
He said while AI had become a dominant force in the use of technology, being used on online learning platforms and also as translation tools, healthcare applications, navigation systems, or digital financial services, it still would not be able to replace human wisdom.
“In all spheres of life, AI is already working behind the scenes.
The question is, therefore, no longer whether AI will shape our future.
The real question is: How will we use AI to shape a better future?
“As graduates, you are entering a world where creativity and critical thinking will be just as valuable as academic knowledge.
The jobs of tomorrow will increasingly require digital skills, problem-solving abilities, ethical judgment, and adaptability.
“While AI is powerful, it is not wise.
Wisdom remains a human responsibility,” he said.
Mr Deku commended the students who have worked diligently to reach this important stage of their academic journey, their teachers and parents who supported and encouraged them every step of the way.
Holistic education
The Founder and Principal of the school, Nana Osomfo Kweku Nkrumah Danquah 1, in his report, said the school’s main aim was providing holistic education to produce quality and competent students who would be problem solvers for Ghana, Africa and the world as a whole.
He stressed that the school stood out for its diverse academic pathways and provided a multicultural student base looking to attend top local and global universities.
In her remarks, the chairperson commended the stakeholders of the school for their strides achieved in education and emphasised their significance.
