Deeper Life regional overseer congratulates Eli International School on 30th anniversary

The Regional Overseer of Deeper Life Bible Church in the Ho Region, Pastor Emmanuel Wisdom Selase, has congratulated Eli International School on attaining 30 years of educational service, describing the anniversary as a testament to vision, sacrifice, perseverance, faith and the transformative power of education.

Delivering a keynote address on his behalf through Pastor Sampson Tettey Nartey at a durbar to climax the celebrations at Tsito-Awudome, Pastor Selase said the milestone provided an opportunity to recognise the school's contribution to education and the development of young people.

The celebration was held under the theme: “30 Years of Quality Education: Celebrating the Past, Strengthening Today and Inspiring the Future.”

He said it was a privilege to join the school's proprietors, management, staff, students, parents, alumni and other stakeholders to mark 3 decades of promoting academic excellence, character formation and discipline.

Reflecting on the institution's beginnings, Pastor Selase recalled that Eli International School started in April 1995 in a chapel at Tsito. Through years of commitment and sacrifice, the modest initiative has grown into an established basic school serving communities across the Volta Region.

He noted that the institution had overcome several challenges to achieve its current status, adding that the establishment of another branch at Sokode Gbogame in the Ho Municipality, complete with boarding facilities, represented a significant expansion of its operations.

On the purpose of education, Pastor Selase urged the school to look beyond examination results and certificates, stressing the need to develop students who are intellectually capable, morally upright, socially responsible and spiritually grounded.

He cautioned that academic achievement without good character could become a burden to society rather than an asset.

Drawing on the biblical instruction, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it,” he encouraged teachers and management to remain focused on nurturing every aspect of the child's development.

He also praised the school's Christian identity and foundation, which he said had been shaped by the teachings and values of Deeper Life Bible Church.

He urged the institution to continue upholding honesty, integrity, respect, diligence, compassion, accountability, humility and the fear of God, noting that its name, Eli, declares that the Lord lives.

Pastor Selase expressed the hope that the school would remain a model institution where knowledge is imparted, character is nurtured and students are equipped to make meaningful contributions to society.

He reinforced this message with the biblical exhortation: “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” — Matthew 5:16.

Looking towards the next 30 years, he observed that developments in technology, digital education, artificial intelligence and scientific innovation were changing the educational landscape.

He therefore encouraged the school to pursue its ambition of establishing an ultra-modern computer laboratory to equip students with essential digital skills and build their confidence in technology.

He also called on traditional authorities, political leaders, education stakeholders, corporate organisations, parents, alumni and development partners to support the school's expansion, particularly in infrastructure, technology, teacher development and student welfare.

According to him, sustaining a quality educational institution requires the collective efforts of all stakeholders.

Addressing the proprietors, teachers, parents and students, Pastor Selase commended the founders for their vision and determination, while urging teachers to maintain professionalism, dedication and integrity in their work.

He acknowledged the role of parents as partners in education and encouraged students to remain disciplined, respect their teachers, work hard and strive for excellence.

He expressed optimism that the school's next 30 years would deliver improved academic performance, stronger Christian values and a greater contribution to national development.

The Headmaster of Eli International School, Mr Amos Komla Amanu, also expressed appreciation to stakeholders for their continued support and outlined his vision for the institution, highlighting academic excellence, infrastructure expansion, discipline and staff development as key priorities.