The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced new reporting dates for continuing students of Obuasi Senior High Technical School as preparations advance for the reopening of the institution following its temporary closure.
In a press release dated October 22, 2026, the GES Public Relations Unit confirmed that academic activities are expected to resume for continuing students after the school was shut down on August 5, 2026, following disturbances on campus.
Obuasi SHS Reopening: Key Dates for Students
According to the Ghana Education Service, students will return to school in phases based on their year groups.
- First-year students: Reported to school on September 18, 2026, and have remained on campus since then.
- Third-year students: Scheduled to report to school on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
- Second-year students: Expected to return to school on November 16, 2026.
The GES stated that preparations for the return of continuing students were well advanced, with third-year students expected to resume first, followed by second-year students.
GES Provides Update on Obuasi Senior High Technical School
The temporary closure of Obuasi Senior High Technical School affected continuing students following disturbances that occurred on the school campus. However, management says efforts are underway to restore normal academic activities and ensure students can return to their studies.
The Education Service also indicated that additional information would be communicated to the public when necessary.
Parents, guardians, students and other stakeholders are encouraged to take note of the announced reopening schedule and follow official updates from the Ghana Education Service.
The statement was signed by Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations at the GES.
Source: newsthemegh.com