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By Jesse Ampah Owusu<\/p>\n
Accra, Dec. 04, GNA \u2013 The Klottey Korle Municipal Education Directorate has donated a range of items, including toiletries, sanitary towels, liquid soaps, stationery, drinks, and biscuits, to Castle Road Special School.<\/p>\n
The gesture was in celebration of this year\u2019s International Day of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) on December 3.<\/p>\n
The donation was presented by Mr. Philip Aidoo from the Directorate, was received by Mr. Frederick Amedzake, Headmaster of Castle Road Special School.<\/p>\n
Mr. Aidoo stated that the gesture was aimed at supporting the school and encouraging the dedicated staff to continue their hard work with the students.<\/p>\n
The items were provided based on the school\u2019s specific requests, with contributions from corporate organizations and philanthropists.<\/p>\n
Mr. Aidoo said it was important to create opportunities for persons with disabilities to engage in decision-making processes and called for a more inclusive and sustainable future where PWDs could make meaningful contributions.<\/p>\n
\u201cA world of equal opportunities, where persons with disabilities can thrive and contribute fully. A society that values diversity, promotes inclusion, and empowers persons with disabilities to reach their dreams,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
Mr. Amedzake said that the school trained students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in both educable and non-educable categories.<\/p>\n
However, he noted that the school faced significant challenges, particularly in terms of infrastructure and logistics.<\/p>\n
He emphasized the need for better classrooms, learning materials, and essential facilities, such as water, sanitation, and hygiene services.<\/p>\n
Mr. Amedzake appealed to the government and benevolent organizations to assist in providing the necessary boarding facilities, which would allow for better monitoring and care of the students.<\/p>\n
He also expressed gratitude for the generous donation and called for continued support from philanthropists and other organizations.<\/p>\n
Established in 1968, Castle Road Special School currently serves 43 learners, comprising 31 boys and 12 girls, with a dedicated team of three teachers and three house mothers. The school is committed to providing specialized education for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.<\/p>\n
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities aims to raise awareness about the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities across all sectors of society.<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s theme, \u201cAmplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future,\u201d underscored the importance of inclusion and leadership from persons with disabilities in shaping a more equitable future.<\/p>\n
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