The old students presenting the desks to the school
The 2006 Year Group of Ada Senior High School (Adasco), known as Nimeli ’06, has donated 150 classroom furniture to its alma mater to mark 20 years since completing school.
The donation was in response to the school’s growing need for furniture following a significant increase in enrolment in recent years.
The group said the gesture represents only the first phase of a broader commitment, with plans to make the provision of classroom furniture its legacy project, as well as donate additional sets in the coming years.
The anniversary celebration also gave members of Nimeli ’06 an opportunity to reconnect with the school, interact with students and staff, and relive memories from their time at Adasco.
As part of the activities, the group honoured an outstanding teacher, Elvis Birinkorang, who is due for retirement. He was presented with a citation and an undisclosed cash amount in recognition of his dedicated service to the school.
Receiving the furniture, headmistress, Adelaide Abayateye, expressed appreciation to the year group for its continued commitment to the school’s development.
“This anniversary is not only a celebration of cherished memories and enduring friendships, but also a beautiful demonstration of gratitude, responsibility and commitment to your alma mater,” she said.
“Your decision to give back to Adasco through this generous donation is deeply appreciated. Indeed, you have not forgotten where your journey began. Your gesture will contribute meaningfully to the development of the school and inspire generations of students to come,” she added.
Mrs. Abayateye encouraged the old students to sustain their bond with the school and urged other year groups and stakeholders to emulate the gesture.
School Chaplain, Mr. William Ankrah, underscored the urgent need for sustained support, noting that the school’s population currently exceeds 3,000 students.
“Our numbers keep increasing and we do not have enough furniture for the students, especially when the school is in full session. We therefore plead with you and other year groups to come back and support,” he said.
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