The immediate past Deputy Director-General (Quality and Access) of the Ghana Education Service (GES), Dr. KB Tandoh has urged the staff of the Ghana Education Service to always embrace the power of change and innovation in life as he steps down from his post.
According to him, that will be the only way they will be opened to new ideas and technologies.
Dr. KB Tandoh shared this inspiration with the GES staff when he stepped down as the Deputy Director-General(Quality and Access) of the Ghana Education Service (GES), after six and a half years of service.
In a heartfelt message to his colleagues, Dr. Tandoh expressed gratitude, shared reflections on his tenure, and offered words of encouragement for the future.
“My friends, we’ve shared countless hours, faced numerous challenges, and celebrated significant victories together. I’ve had the privilege of working alongside some of the most dedicated and talented individuals in the Ghana Education Service,” Dr. Tandoh wrote.
He emphasized the “passion for education, commitment to excellence, and unwavering belief in the potential of our students” demonstrated by his colleagues.
During his tenure, Dr. Tandoh played a key role in implementing significant educational initiatives, including the Double Track system and the Ghana Accountability for Learning Outcomes Project (GALOP).
He expressed “immense pride” in the transformative changes achieved under his leadership.
Dr. Tandoh offered five key points of encouragement to his former colleagues as a way to show his appreciation to them.
1. *Embrace the Power of Collaboration*: He stressed the importance of teamwork and shared ideas.
2. *Never Lose Sight of the Vision*: He reminded colleagues of the impact of their work on students’ lives.
3. *Embrace Change and Innovation*: He encouraged openness to new ideas and technologies.
4. *Carry the Torch of Hope*: He urged colleagues to remain optimistic in the face of challenges.
5. *Believe in Your Potential*: He emphasized the ability of his colleagues to achieve great things.
Dr. Tandoh concluded his message by urging his colleagues to “unreservedly support Prof. Davis, our new DG, to carry out his mandate and lead the GES to greater heights.”
He used the opportunity to congratulate Dr. Munawaru Issahaque on his appointment as the new DDG Q&A.
He finally thanked the staff for their friendship, dedication, and unwavering commitment to their shared mission.
Ghana l Atinkaonline.com l Vincent Kwofie