Akatsi SHTS Wins Inter-School Carpentry Competition
Akatsi Senior High Technical School (AKAST) in the Volta Region, has emerged victorious in the 2nd edition of the German Days Celebration Inter-School Carpentry Competition.
The two-day event, held at Abor Senior High School (ABORSCO), saw four schools competing in a challenge designed to promote vocational skills, innovation and career development in carpentry and related trades.
The competition, organized by ‘The Rising Lions-Ghana’ with support from the German Chamber of Commerce, Bosch Power Tools and Ejot Fixing Solutions, brought together some of the most talented young carpenters from Abor Senior High School, Wovenu Senior High Technical School (WOSSETS), Tsiame Senior High Technical School (TSIAMESCO), and Akatsi Senior High Technical School in the same region.
This year’s task, focused on producing a cabinet and Akatsi SHTS, distinguished itself with its exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and problem-solving skills to secure the top spot.
The final presentations by all participants, captivated judges and the school community, showcasing the immense talent and potential of the
The event commenced with an intensive workshop on safety measures and the effective use of power tools and screws, facilitated by Emmanuel Laryea of Bosch Power Tools and Emmanuel Ankah of Ejot Fixing Solutions.
The training was designed to equip the students with essential skills and knowledge, which they then applied in crafting their projects under the guidance of facilitators.
The panel of judges, comprising Emmanuel Laryea, Emmanuel Ankah and Friedel Helmich from SES Germany, evaluated the students based on innovation, originality, technical skills, quality of work, presentation and their ability to solve identified problems.
Akatsi SHTS’s final product, impressed the judges with its creativity, precision and functionality.
The Director of ‘The Rising Lions-Ghana’, Peter Attipoe, highlighted the significance of recognizing skilled workers in a society that often undervalues vocational education.
He emphasized the need to create platforms like this competition to showcase and celebrate the talents of young artisans.
Last year’s champion, ABORSCO, had the opportunity to participate in an exchange programme in Germany, but this year’s winner, Akatsi SHTS, will receive power tools to enhance its technical department.
Solomon Lodo, Project Manager at the German Chamber of Commerce, expressed gratitude to the sponsors and partners for their invaluable support in making the event a success.
The competition did not only fostered healthy rivalry among schools but also encouraged students to pursue careers in technical and vocational fields, underscoring the vital role these skills play in national development.
This year’s event once again reinforced the importance of vocational education and the need to provide young artisans with the tools and platforms they need to excel.
Source: Anchorghana.com
