March 7 is a holiday for basic schools – GES

The Ghana Education Service has officially declared March 7 a holiday for basic schools across the country.

According to the GES, this should allow school children some rest after a tiresome preparation for the Independence Day celebrations.

Scores of students drawn from basic and second-cycle institutions across the country marched in their various regions and districts in commemoration of Ghana’s 67th Independence Day ceremony.

Announcing the holiday at the end of the national event held in the Eastern Region, Public Relations Officer of the GES, Casandra Twum Ampofo, noted, “Schools resume on Friday, March 8th, 2024. All parents and guardians should take note.”

Apart from the march pass, several other students took part in poetry recitals and cultural performances.

The 6th March Independence Day ceremonies have traditionally assumed a position of pride for students and schools selected to play a role.

In a related development, the Ghana Armed Forces has announced an open day for schoolchildren and the general public on March 7, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at all military installations across the country.

The open day has been part of the annual Independence Day celebration and offers learners an opportunity to learn and know more about the activities of the various arms under the Ghana Armed Forces.

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In Accra, the open day will be held at the Burm Camp, among others.

Students and the general public who want to get a lot of exposure are encouraged to report to the various installations early in the morning before the open day actually starts.