SOS-HGIC Alumni Newsletter – Issue one – November 2022
Alumni Newsletter - Issue one November 2022
Elikem Asem shines at the STEM Olympiad, bringing home gold!
Elikem Asem, a DP1 student from SOS-HGIC, achieved remarkable success at the STEM Olympiad Grand Finals in The Hague, earning a prestigious gold medal. Competing against top students from around the world, Elikem's dedication and passion for science and technology were evident as he excelled in every challenge. His achievement brings pride to SOS-HGIC and inspires fellow students to pursue excellence in STEM fields.
Congratulations to our Talented Students: ‘Peace, You Have My Word’ Competition
Congratulations to our talented students who participated in the 'Peace, You Have My Word' writing competition! Their dedication, creativity, and passion for promoting peace have genuinely shone through in their work, and we are immensely proud of them for representing our school with such distinction. We’re thrilled to announce that our school has earned the following prestigious awards: Gold Medal: Kekeli Agbozo – for an outstanding and impactful submission that captivated the judges. Silver Medal: Nevin Dabrah – for a beautifully written piece demonstrating a deep commitment to the cause of peace. Bronze Medal: Tallissa Tamaklo – for a compelling and
Margaret Nkrumah Day at SOS-HGIC
On the 25th of August, the SOS-HGIC community gathered to honour the legacy of founding Principal Margaret Nkrumah with an event themed "Pan Africanism - What it Means to Us Today." The day featured insightful panel discussions and moving poetry performances, highlighting the relevance of Pan-Africanism in modern life. Distinguished speakers, including Dr. Edith Dankwa, Mr. Francis Appiah, and Dr. Mjiba Frehiwot, shared their expertise on media, business, finance, and academia, emphasizing the importance of unity, economic empowerment, and education within the Pan-African movement. The event was a powerful tribute to Margaret Nkrumah's enduring impact on education and Pan-African ideals.
Celebrating Nana Ahenfua Dankwa
Commending the exceptional leadership of Nana Ahenfua Dankwa, Head Girl of SOS-HGIC, who delivered a compelling speech at the Ghana Economic Forum in Accra. Her impassioned call for youth empowerment as a key to sustainable development resonated with all present. "We, the youth, are not just the future; we are today's leaders," Nana asserted, advocating for the inclusion of young voices in national decision-making processes. Her vision for Ghana focuses on skills development, innovation, and strong institutions free from corruption, drawing inspiration from Singapore’s success story. Let’s continue to rally behind and uplift our youth leaders who are paving the way for
SOS-HGIC May 2024 IB Diploma Results
SOS-HGIC is buzzing with celebration over the remarkable achievements of the Class of 2024 in the May 2024 International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) examinations on the release of the May 2024 IB Results. Our students' exceptional performance is a testament to their hard work and dedication. A heartfelt congratulations goes out to all 86 students for their impressive examination results. Each student's success is a source of pride for the college and their families, and their achievements deserve to be celebrated. A special recognition is in order for Nuna Agbodza, who attained our highest aggregate this year with 43 points. Nuna's outstanding
Decoding Success: SOS-HGIC Class of 2024’s Phenomenal University Acceptance Rate and Scholarship Offers
The 2023/2024 application season has been highly successful for the Class of 2024 students, with 119 universities admitting them. They submitted over 953 applications to 16 countries, resulting in scholarship offers currently totaling over 1.704 million dollars in financial support. SOS-HGIC Class of 2024's Phenomenal University Acceptance Rate and Scholarship Offers Notable achievements include three students admitted to US Ivy League schools: two into Dartmouth and one into Princeton. They also gained admissions into several other prestigious US universities such as Swarthmore, Middlebury, Pomona, Emory, Haverford, Davidson, Amherst, Rice, Union, and University of Rochester. In Canada, students gained admissions into top-tier universities such
Empowering the Future: SOS-HGIC Alumni Spearhead GhanaCodes Initiative
In a remarkable display of knowledge in the service of Africa, two distinguished alumni of SOS-Hermann Gmeiner International College (HGIC), Kwesi Afrifa and Adwoa Afrifa, returned to their alma mater to share their journey and introduce an innovative project during a recent school assembly. The dynamic duo, having graduated in 2020, are currently making waves in the academic realms of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Princeton University, respectively. Kwesi Afrifa and Adwoa Afrifa came together to present a groundbreaking initiative they have been actively involved in – GhanaCodes. This transformative project brings together a group of passionate and skilled