McCarthy Hill School Wins 2025 Good Citizenship Award
The McCarthy Hill School in Accra has been crowned the overall winner of the second edition of the Kofi A. Tawiah Good Citizenship Challenge.
RisingSun Montessori School, also in Accra, secured the second position, while the Kumasi Campus of International Community School finished third.
This year’s challenge witnessed a remarkable display of commitment to community service, leadership, and character building from participating schools across Ghana. The initiative aligns with the Kofi A. Tawiah Foundation’s mission to nurture good citizenship and strong values in the next generation.
Open to all Ghanaian schools, from upper primary to Senior High, the challenge tasked teams with identifying real-world community problems and implementing sustainable solutions. The core aim is to foster essential character traits in young people through service learning and promote active citizenship.
McCarthy Hill School emerged victorious with their impactful “I Care Day” initiative. Over three weeks, the school community rallied together, raising an impressive GH₵245,000 to provide vital neonatal equipment to the Weija Gbawe Municipal Hospital.
The donated equipment included an incubator, a phototherapy machine, a CPAP device, an oxygen cylinder, a cardiotocography machine, vein finders, a pulse oximeter, and a baby weighing scale. “Their ability to mobilise the entire school community to exceed their fundraising goal showcases exceptional leadership, empathy, and organisational skills,” a foundation representative noted.
RisingSun Montessori School earned second place for their project addressing mental and emotional health – an often-overlooked area in youth service learning. The team employed art therapy, collaborating with clinical psychologists at LEKMA Hospital and students at Sakumono Complex Primary A School.
Beneficiaries reported significant emotional transformation through the initiative, earning praise for its creativity and impact. Mrs. Gloria Elorm Addo, a psychologist at LEKMA Hospital, commended the school, stating, “They took on the challenge of addressing mental health, an often overlooked area. I encourage parents and guardians to remain emotionally available to their children.”
The International Community School, Kumasi, secured third place with a transformative clean water project. Focusing on the Semenhyiakrom D/A Basic School, the project provided clean and accessible water to over 600 students and staff.
The team raised nearly GH₵80,000, aligning their efforts with UN Sustainable Development Goals 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) and 3 (Good Health and Well-being). The project highlighted strong teamwork, resourcefulness, and a long-term commitment to community development.
Other schools recognized for their remarkable initiatives included Charles Wesley Academy Foundation, SOS Hermann Gmeiner International College, Faith Montessori School, ChristField School, and Prestea Anglican Primary School. Their collective efforts demonstrated the passion and problem-solving skills of Ghana’s youth.
McCarthy Hill School received a cash prize of GH₵15,000, along with certificates and a plaque for their win. RisingSun Montessori School was awarded GH₵10,000, and International Community School received GH₵5,000, both accompanied by certificates and plaques. All participating schools will be honoured with certificates of recognition.
Speaking at the presentation, Mrs. Lydia Anno, Head of School at McCarthy Hill School, expressed her gratitude to the school community, particularly the parents, for their unwavering support.
The Kofi A. Tawiah Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to expanding the reach and impact of the Good Citizenship Challenge, envisioning a Ghana where young people lead with character and a service-oriented mindset.
The foundation celebrates the dedication and impact of all participants, emphasizing that the future of Ghana is bright in the hands of its responsible and engaged youth.
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