The Management of Komenda College of Education has recognised two exceptional teachers for their dedication and impact in the classroom during its 15th Congregation and Graduation Ceremony, held on September 5, 2025.
Madam Regina Tetteh of Dompoase-Kokwado M/A Basic School was named Best Teacher in the KEEA Municipality, while Mr. Benjamin Musah of Komenda M/A Basic “C” School received the award as Best Teacher in the Komenda Circuit.
The two teachers were each presented with a citation and a refrigerator in recognition of their outstanding contributions to teaching and learning within the Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abirem (KEEA) Municipality.
Explaining the process behind the selection, the College’s Public Relations Officer (PRO), Mr. Godwin Anane, clarified that the awards are determined independently by the Municipal Education Directorate.
“The College does not influence the selection process. Names are submitted to us by the Directorate, and as part of our long-standing tradition, we honour two teachers — one representing the entire municipality and one from the Komenda Circuit — for the lives they are touching, the hearts they are inspiring, and the minds they are shaping in the classroom,” he explained.
The Principal of Komenda College of Education, Very Rev. Professor Kwesi Nkum Wilson, praised the awardees and reiterated the College’s commitment to celebrating excellence in teaching.
“As part of our graduation ceremony, it has become a yearly tradition to honour two hardworking teachers within the KEEA Municipality — the best within the municipality and the best within the Komenda Circuit. We hope these recognitions will motivate other teachers to strive for excellence,” he stated.
The 15th Congregation, themed “Sustaining Excellence in Teacher Education: Addressing Infrastructure Challenges,” marked another academic milestone for the College, as it graduated 590 newly trained teachers.
Among them, an impressive 189 achieved First-Class Honours, reflecting the institution’s high academic standards and commitment to quality teacher education.
The colourful ceremony brought together education stakeholders, dignitaries, alumni, management, staff, graduands, and their families to celebrate both academic and professional achievements.
In his address, Very Rev. Prof. Wilson described the day as “memorable and historic,” emphasising the need for continuous improvement in infrastructure to sustain quality teacher education.
He highlighted several recent developments, including upgraded classrooms, modern residential facilities, new industrial sewing and cooking equipment for the Home Economics Department, printing equipment, and improved ICT resources — all aimed at equipping graduates for modern pedagogical practices.
However, he also used the platform to call for urgent government intervention to complete stalled projects and review key policies such as the quota system and trainee allowances, which limit access to teacher education despite growing national demand.
“Colleges of Education should be able to take bold steps toward equitable access and merit-based enrolment. Each year, we receive more than 2,000 qualified applicants; however, we admit far fewer due to quotas linked to allowances. With improved infrastructure and the right policies, we can train more competent teachers to serve the nation,” he appealed.
The ceremony not only celebrated academic success but also reaffirmed the College’s role in promoting and rewarding excellence in teaching — both within its walls and across the KEEA Municipality.
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