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Shaping the Future: Radiant Oak Academy and afiDE Ghana Boost Digital Learning

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Radiant Oak Academy has partnered with afiDE Ghana to set up a 21-workstation computerlab, enhancing technology-driven education in the school. As part of the partnership, afiDE Ghana will also train and support the school’s computing facilitators, equipping them with the skills to effectively teach and utilize the modern computers and software provided.

afiDE Ghana will also train and support the computing facilitators of the school to better understand how to teach and use the modern computers and software setup by RecellGhana Computer labs. Additionally, Radiant Oak Academy will have access to a 24-hour help desk, a backup battery, hardware and software maintenance, replacement of faulty equipment, and remote monitoring to make sure the computer lab is fully functioning.

After RGC installed the computers for Radiant Oak Academy

With the fully equipped computerlab, Radiant Oak Academy can now integrate technology in their teaching and learning, which in the end will help the students to be digitally inclined and prepare them for the future. Every educational institution’s dream is to provide high-quality education to its learners. In this data-driven and digital era, education without a modern and fully equipped ICT lab, is like using a computer without a screen. Radiant Oak Academy is taking a bold step to partner with afiDE Ghana will not only empower its learners with technological knowledge and skills but will also help eradicate or reduce the technological gap in our Ghanaian society.

afiDE Ghana has also conducted a base training session for the educators of the school to initiate the use of the computer lab. The training covered the basic units of RGC’s computerlabs. The training took place on 11th February 2025 at the premises of Radiant Oak Academy.

Base Training held at Radiant Oak Academy

RGC offers a comprehensive four-stage training program designed to help equip educators with the technological knowledge and skills needed in today’s era. This training will enable educators to integrate technology effectively into their teaching and enhance their productivity in the workplace. The teacher training is valuable for educators, as data indicates that many teachers in Ghana are not technologically or digitally proficient, resulting in a lack of the necessary computing resources to effectively teach students. Base Training:

The base training focuses on empowering teachers with the essential skills to effectively utilize our computer labs for teaching. This foundational training ensures educators can confidently navigate the basics and integrate digital tools into their lessons. Bronze Training: The training is designed specifically for computing facilitators and ICT coordinators; the training enables mastery of the National ICT Curriculum and the full spectrum of our application landscape.

It emphasizes challenge-based and project-based learning, preparing facilitators to lead innovative and interactive digital education. Silver Training: The silver training is also tailored for teachers of other subjects; this training demonstrates how to leverage our computer labs to enhance lessons in STEM, geography, history, and more.

It equips educators with the skills to integrate digital resources into their teaching, enriching the learning experience across diverse disciplines. Gold Training: This is aimed at experienced computer lab teachers and coordinators; this level focuses on developing them into trainers for their peers.

Participants learn to deliver the BASE training, fostering a community of knowledgeable and skilled educators who can support their colleagues in digital teaching.

Students of Mikel International School having practical session with the computers

Mikel International School Partners with afiDE Ghana to Advance Digital Education

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Mikel International School, located in Afienya, has taken a significant step toward enhancing digital learning by partnering with afiDE Ghana (RGC).  Through this collaboration, the school now benefits from a state-of-the-art 21-workstation computer lab equipped with stable internet, Ghana Education Service-approved educational software, and a central server—all designed to promote digital literacy and modern computing education.

As part of this partnership, afiDE Ghana will provide comprehensive training and ongoing technical support to the school’s computing facilitators. This initiative ensures that educators are well-equipped to effectively integrate technology into their teaching, maximizing the potential of the newly installed computer lab to enrich learning experiences.

After the Installation of the Computers

Beyond the installation, Mikel International School will also receive a suite of essential support services, including a 24-hour help desk, a backup battery system, hardware and software maintenance, equipment replacement, and remote monitoring. These services guarantee that the ICT lab remains fully functional, providing uninterrupted access to digital learning resources. With a fully equipped and well-maintained computer lab, Mikel International School can now focus on delivering high-quality computing lessons aligned with Ghana’s National ICT Curriculum. This initiative will empower students with the technological skills and knowledge needed to navigate and excel in today’s digital world.

Bridging the Digital Divide in Education

In an era where digital literacy is fundamental to academic and professional success, schools must prioritize access to modern computing facilities. A lack of digital education threatens both students’ futures and the nation’s overall development.

By taking a bold step to integrate technology into its curriculum, Mikel International School is not only preparing its students for a technology-driven future but also contributing to reducing the digital gap in Ghanaian society.

Students of Mikel International School are having a practical session with the computers

Educator Training and Skill Development

In addition to setting up the ICT lab, on 11th January 2025, afiDE Ghana conducted an in-depth training session for educators at Mikel International School.

Teachers were introduced to the components of the RGC lab, as well as the rules and best practices for using the facility efficiently. The training also included practical lessons on essential applications such as Scratch and Microsoft Word, equipping educators with hands-on experience to enhance their teaching methodologies.

Base Training at Mikel International School

Join the Digital Revolution—Be a Beneficiary! afiDE Ghana is committed to promoting equal digital participation across all schools in Ghana. We invite educational institutions, partners, parents, PTA boards, ICT teachers, and individuals to join us in transforming education through technology. For more information, contact us at 053 511 1599 and take the next step toward digital excellence in education!

After RGC Installed the 21 workstations for MagMount Zion International School

Magmount Zion International School Advances to Digital Education

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Magmount Zion International School has partnered with afiDE Ghana (RGC) to advance to digital education. The partnership helped Magmount Zion International School transition to a 21-workstation computerlab which comes with a server, thin client, internet, an uninterrupted power supply (UPS), router with monthly data bundle, Ghana’s ICT curriculum software, and teacher training.

After RGC installed the 21 workstations for MagMount Zion International School

Some of this software is Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Publisher. Other software includes GIMP for editing images, TIP10 for typing lessons, Scratch for coding, and some generic applications such as File Manager, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, File Explorer, Recycle Bin, and PDF Reader. RGC will provide remote monitoring, maintenance, replacement, and updating of the software so that the teachers and the learners of the school can consistently have access to a well-equipped computerlab.

afiDE Ghana also conducted a base training for the educators at the school after the installation of the computerlab. The training was to empower all the teachers of the school with the basic ICT skills they need to train their learners to help them acquire and improve their ICT skills.

RGC Teacher Trainer taking the educators of Magmount Zion for the base training

Most educators in Ghana, including computing facilitators, lack the basic and required computing knowledge and skills; therefore, they resort to theory-based teaching instead of practical lessons. Due to this, learners do not experience a full practical experience of the subject. Such a situation places students in difficult situations after school where they find themselves lacking the necessary digital skills to compete in the job market.

Schools should take advantage of this opportunity to get quality digital education in their institution, which will boost the image of the school, increase career opportunities, and aim for the development of the nation in the long run. You can reach us at 053 511 1599.

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Odumse D/A Basic School Gets a Quality and Sustainable Computer Lab to Enhance Digital Education.

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Odumse D/A Basic School has partnered with afiDE Ghana for quality and sustainable Digital Education in the school. The partnership aims to empower both educators and learners with the digital literacy they need for the technological, digital, and data-driven world.

Odumse’s transition started when afiDE Ghana installed 21 workstations with stable internet connections. The computing facilitator will have access to a dedicated workstation, while the learners will have access to 20 workstations. Each student can have access to one workstation during the lessons.

After the installation of the computers

For the transition to be sustainable, afiDE Ghana will provide maintenance, replacement, repair, and teacher training for the school. RGC provides four stages of training for partner schools: base training, bronze training, silver training and gold training.

RGC’s initiative takes into account the high cost and headache of maintaining a modern computerlab for schools in Ghana. RGC is responsible for the smooth operation of the computerlab, so that partner schools can focus on providing effective and quality digital education to their learners, which will prepare them for the data and digital-driven world, and in the end help the nation develop.

After a successful installation, RGC conducted base training for the educators at Odumse DA School on the 21st of February 2025. The trainer took the educators through the basic setup of RGC’s Computerlab. They further discussed the hardware and software architecture of the labs.

Teacher Trainer for RGC taking the teachers through the base training

RGC’s trainer also stated and explained the rules and regulations that the teachers must abide by so that the school’s computer lab can be well maintained. The trainer further empowered the school’s educators to monitor the activities of the students when they are using the lab.

Contact us today for a computer lab with maintenance, replacement, remote monitoring, Help Desk teacher training, and even more. CALL:053 511 1599

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West Legon Academy Partners with afiDE Ghana (RGC) for Quality Digital Education in the School

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West Legon Academy in Haatso of Greater Accra Region has partnered with afiDE Ghana for quality digital education for its educators and learners. The partnership will help curb the burden of maintaining a computer lab to promote digital education.

The school’s computer lab is equipped with 21 modern workstations, comprising one dedicated station for the computing facilitator and 20 student workstations. This setup ensures that every student has access to a personal workstation during lesson hours, providing an optimal learning environment

Our comprehensive support ensures that West Legon Academy enjoys a sustainable and productive computer lab environment.”RGC aims to reduce digital illiteracy beyond just setting up computer labs for the schools. The promotion of digital education is meant for both the learners and the educators.

Most teachers in Ghana lack the requisite digital knowledge and skills that they need to thrive in the classrooms and the digital world. As part of RGC’s mandatory services, the entity provides four types of training to all partner schools. The training helps the educators prepare the teachers for the classroom and also makes them digitally inclined educators. The four types of training are Base Training, Bronze Training, Silver Training, and Gold Training.

 

BASE TRAINING AT WEST LEGON ACADEMY

On the 21st of January, 2025, afiDE Ghana conducted its first stage of training for partner school teachers; base training for 20 educators from West Legion Academy. The trainer took the educators through the basic setup of RGC’s Computerlab. They further discussed the hardware and software architecture of the labs.

RGC’s trainer also stated and explained the rules and regulations that the teachers must abide by so that the school’s computer lab can be well maintained. The trainer further empowered the school’s educators to monitor the activities of the students when they were using the lab.

ABOUT WEST LEGION ACADEMY

West Legon Academy is an educational institution located at 5 Atta Obuobisa Street, Haatso, Accra, Ghana. This academy has a rich history of providing quality education to students in the local community.

Their academy offers a wide range of academic programs and extracurricular activities to cater to the diverse interests and talents of its students. From math and science to art and music, West Legon Academy strives to create a well-rounded learning experience for all.

Students at West Legon Academy benefit from dedicated teachers who are passionate about education and helping each student reach their full potential. With small class sizes, students receive personalized attention and support to succeed academically.

In addition to academic pursuits, West Legon Academy also places a strong emphasis on character development and instilling values such as respect, integrity, and responsibility in its students. Through various community service projects and leadership opportunities, students learn the importance of giving back and making a positive impact in the world.

Their academy is equipped with modern facilities and resources to enhance the learning experience, including state-of-the-art classrooms, a library, science labs, and sports facilities

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afiDE Ghana Partners with Precious Jesus School to Go Digital

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afiDE Ghana Partners with Precious Jesus School to Go Digital

afiDE Ghana(RGC) has partnered Precious Jesus School at Weija in the Weija Gbawe Municipality to transition to digital education. The transition will prepare teachers and the students for the digital world.

The school’s transition started when RGC installed 21 workstations with internet in the school’s computer lab.  The computing facilitator will have access to a dedicated workstation while the learners will have access to 20 workstations. Each student can have access to one workstation during the lesson.

For the transition to be sustainable, afiDE Ghana will provide internet, maintenance, replacement, repair, and teacher training for the school. RGC provides four stages of training for partner schools; base training, bronze training, silver training and gold training.

BASE TRAINING FOR PRECIOUS JESUS SCHOOL.

afiDE Ghana mission isn’t only about providing digital education to partner schools’ learners and empowering educators on how to use RGC’s computer labs to enhance teaching and learning.

afiDE Ghana conducted a base training for the teachers of Precious Jesus School. During the training, the teachers were taken through the basic setup of the labs. Also, the teachers were taken through the rules and regulations of the RGC’s computer lab.

The trainer took the teacher through some practical lessons using some of the applications on the workstations. After the training, some teachers testified that the training has been an eye-opener and cannot wait to partake in the next stages of RGC’s training.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Precious Jesus School is a leading educational institution located in Gbawe in the Weija Gbawe Municipality in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana. The school was established in 2006, and is committed to providing quality education and holistic development for students from diverse backgrounds.

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Rev. J.C. Mensah Memorial Methodist School Partners with afiDE Ghana to Promote Sustainable Digital Education

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JC Mensah Memorial School in Dansoman has partnered with afiDE Ghana(RGC) to promote sustainable digital literacy in the school.

Through this collaboration, both organizations would foster digital literacy, ensuring that students are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this increasingly digital world.

The partnership aims to provide learners with extra-modern computerlabs, a 20-student workstation, and one computer for the computing facilitator. RGC will provide maintenance, repair, replacement, and teacher training so JC Mensah Memorial School can continue to provide sustainable digital education to its learners.

Every digital education needs access to the Internet. RGC will provide monthly internet data to J.C Mensah Memorial School so that educators and learners can use the Internet to aid teaching and learning.

TEACHER TRAINING

A computer lab without the right computing facilitators to teach the subject accurately is of no use. For RGC to ensure that educators are using their computerlab effectively and to its maximum effect, they conduct base training for all educators who are going to use the computing facility.

On the 12th of November 2024, afiDE Ghana conducted a base training for the teachers at J.C Mensah Memorial School to kick start using the computerlab and empower the teachers with the basic computing skills they need in this digital world.

The training looked at the basic component of the computerlab, the rules and regulations regarding RGC’s computerlab.

Contact us today for a computerlab with compulsory maintenance, replacement, remote monitoring, desk help, teacher training, and even more. CALL:053 511 1599

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Jay’s International School Wins Maiden Edition of Coding for Kids(C4K) Competition organized by afiDE Ghana(RGC) and AmaliTech.

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Jay’s International School at Oyarifa in the Greater Accra Region of Ghana won the maiden edition of the Coding for Kids competition organized by afiDE Ghana(RGC) and AmaliTech.

Coding for Kids(C4K) was a side event at RGC’s digital transition conference, which was organized on November 15, 2024, at the Confucious Institute at the University of Ghana, Legon. The schools that participated in the C4K competition were Acropolis Maranatha School—Pokuase, Royal Madonna School—Taifa, Jay’s International School—Oyarifa, and Clarus Academy—Oyarifa.

At the end of the competition, Acropolis Maranatha School scored 84 points, Royal Madonna scored 87 points, Clarus Academy scored 88 percent and Jay’s International School took home the prize with 89 points.

 

Begin with “The coding competition was an opportunity for students to exhibit their programming skills and to showcase the use of one of our software: Scratch. In the space of four weeks, RGC and AmaliTech assessed the selected schools. AmaliTech gave the schools a two-week training curriculum. The schools were assessed to see whether they were ready for the coding competition or not.

There were three challenges allocated to all three schools. The challenges focused on social good such as Environmental Protection, Peer Pressure, and Education.

Acropolis came up with a project around protecting the environment, with some very interesting ideas about a superhero and a bad guy who had his minions.

Clarus Academy also took a similar approach by explaining and exploring the topic in greater detail, but they did not include the superhero element. Additionally, they worked on a project focused on environmental protection

Jay’s International School worked on peer pressure, including decision-making and an interesting quiz at the end. Royal Madonna also did a project on peer pressure. Rules governed the competition. The participants were allowed access to the internet to explore and be more creative.

The judging criteria was grouped into Technical, Creativity, and Team Dynamics. The judges were Mr. Paul Asitik from AmaliTech, a technical judge, Miss Miriam Ocloo from GSET, a Creativity judge, and Mr. Kwarteng of Educare, a Team Dynamics judge.

Amalitech staff and each school’s computing facilitators were acknowledged on stage and appreciated.

RGC and AmaliTech congratulate Jay’s International School (Oyarifa) for winning the inaugural Coding for Kids (C4K) competition and we wish them all the best in their programming journey.

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afiDE Ghana to organize Digital Transition Conference

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afiDE Ghana to organize Digital Transition Conference

afiDE Ghana in partnership with Amalitech, Ghana Society Education and Technology(GSET), TechAide, EduCare, Ghana Education Society(GES), AmaliTech, Developp, Ghana Education (GES), EMPAC, DTM, Quartmani Educare Partner(EduCare,) CENDLOS, DMT, Vandzilah, and 1A Computerlabs is organizing RGC’s annual event themed as Digital Transition Conference.

The conference will take place on the 15th of November 2024 at the Confucius Institute of the University of Ghana from 9 AM to 4 PM prompt.

The objectives for the events are as follows;

  • Showcase the importance of digital education in Ghana.
  • Schools for Digital Education
  • Explore emerging trends in education technology (EdTech).
  • Connect educators, stakeholders, and tech leaders to drive digital transformation in schools.
  • Position/Market RGC

The expected audience includes School leaders and administrators, Computing teachers and educators, Students, PTA, Government education officials, NGOs and Corporate Leaders, and some selected media houses and personalities.

There will be keynote discussions by the Chief Executive Officer for RGC (Hanc de Box),  on Trends in Digital Education & Future of Schools.

The panel discussions for the conference will focus on;

-”Digital Literacy – Needed changes in how we educate”

-“The Digital Education Transition – also a Corporate Need” and “Digital Literacy – Needed Changes in how we educate”.

There will be two side events; Scratch competition (Coding for kids competition) and Silver training. The coding competition will harbor three schools for the competition. The schools are; Acropolis Maranatha School – Pokuase, Jay’s International School – Abokobi, and Royal Madonna School – Tiafa.

The scratch competition is tagged as “Code for Change: Digging a Future, Not Destruction” – “Scratch the Surface, Save the Earth.

RGC, through the event, will play a documentary about how computerlab-as-a-service is benefiting partner schools, and also, introduce a new portal called Asanka; a hub for educational resources for promoting digital education in Ghana.

Register to be part of this life-changing digital transition conference today.

REGISTER HERE: https://afide.network/registration-form/

 

 

 

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afiDE Ghana(RGC) Partners with GSET to conduct an advance computing skills training for educators.

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afiDE Ghana(RGC) in partnership with the Ghana Society for Education and Technology(GSET), has conducted advanced computing training for educators in some parts of the Greater Accra region of Ghana.

The advanced training, coined as bronze training, is an add-on to RGC’s base training, which focused on empowering computing facilitators, formerly ICT facilitators with comprehensive and advanced computing and digital education skills.

 

The training took place at three different places; Nsawam Methodist Primary School (Nsawam) and Acropolis Maranatha Academy (Pokuase) and Sege Community Lab (Sege-Ada West District) from 15th to 16th, 22nd to 23rd, and 29th to 30th October 2024, respectively. More than 50 computing teachers from different public and private schools in the region attended the bronze training.

The bronze training is a module built by RGC to help computing educators understand more advanced programming concepts such as data- structures, functions, and object-oriented programming. During the training, the teachers were made to undertake complex programming projects to prepare them to teach and encourage students to pursue coding initiatives and also, support and mentor students in advanced coding projects to foster their creativity and problem-solving skills.

 

The computing teachers learned and had on hand practical experience with database management systems such as MySQL, Microsoft Access, and so on. During the practical sessions, the teachers were able to extract meaningful information or insight from raw data to create reports and foster their data-driven decision-making in our educational sector.

Another key topic that was taught during the training was:

  • Networking: Teachers understood networking principles, including network types, protocols, and configurations.
  • Cybersecurity: Teachers implement cybersecurity best practices to protect networked systems.

 

Teachers were trained on how to manage and secure ICT environments in their schools, ensuring data privacy and network integrity, and also to take leadership roles in advocating for and implementing technology initiatives in their schools. In addition, teachers were maltreated to provide guidance and mentorship to students engaged in ICT-related projects in their various schools.

Teachers were encouraged to collaborate with non-computing teachers to facilitate technology integration across subjects and grade levels to help boost digital education within Ghanaian society. Teachers were also guided on how to create ICT policies aligned with educational goals and student needs, draft budgets for ICT projects, effectively allocate resources, and develop strategic plans for the seamless integration of ICT into the school curriculum.

afiDE Ghana is keen to provide a solution to the digital education gap within our society, by rendering our computerlab-a-service to schools in Ghana.