SDA College of Education, Agona-Ashanti celebrates a historic 7th Congregation with 262 graduates, including 41 First Class Honours and a record-breaking valedictorian.
Author: Ferdinand Ellis
Author Authority: Education Blogger | Curriculum Specialist | Researcher | Education Policy Analyst
SDA College of Education, Agona-Ashanti Celebrates Historic 7th Congregation
The SDA College of Education, Agona-Ashanti has recorded a major academic milestone following its 7th Congregation Ceremony, where 262 graduates were awarded Bachelor of Education degrees.
The ceremony marked one of the most significant achievements in the history of the college, with the institution recording an unprecedented 41 First Class Honours graduates, the highest number of First Class graduates produced by the college since its establishment.
The achievement highlights the college’s continued commitment to academic excellence, quality teacher preparation and the development of competent professional educators for Ghana’s education sector.
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SDA College of Education Produces 41 First Class Graduates
The overall classification of graduates from the 7th Congregation was as follows:
| Classification | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| First Class Honours | 41 |
| Second Class Upper Division | 135 |
| Second Class Lower Division | 69 |
| Third Class Honours | 17 |
| Total Graduates | 262 |
The results demonstrate the academic strength of the institution and the dedication of both students and faculty members towards maintaining high educational standards.
Jessica Brobbey Makes History as Valedictorian
A major highlight of the graduation ceremony was the outstanding performance of Miss Jessica Brobbey, the Valedictorian of the 2025 graduating class.
Miss Brobbey graduated with an impressive Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.90, making her one of the highest-performing graduates in the history of the college.
Her exceptional academic performance earned her seven prestigious awards, including:
- Overall Best Graduating Student.
- Best Female Graduating Student.
- Best Primary Education Student.
- Best Student from the Social Science Department.
- Dr. Peter Ofori Attakorah Special Award.
- Best MCE Special Award.
Her achievement represents the impact of academic dedication, discipline and commitment to excellence in teacher education.
Distinguished Personalities Attend 7th Congregation
The congregation ceremony attracted several distinguished personalities from Ghana’s education sector and beyond.
Among the dignitaries present were:
- Dr. Jacob Manu of the University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (USTED).
- Prof. Eric Anane of the Institute of Education, University of Cape Coast (UCC).
- Dr. Peter Ofori Attakorah, Principal of SDA College of Education, Agona-Ashanti.
The event was also attended by educationists, traditional leaders, invited guests and stakeholders who joined the college community to celebrate the achievements of the graduating class.
Significance of the Achievement for Teacher Education in Ghana
The record number of First Class graduates reinforces the growing role of Colleges of Education in preparing highly skilled teachers for Ghana’s schools.
Teacher education remains central to improving learning outcomes, strengthening classroom practice and ensuring that learners receive quality instruction at all levels of education.
The success of SDA College of Education reflects the importance of effective academic leadership, committed lecturers and hardworking students in achieving excellence within Ghana’s teacher education system.
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Final Analysis
The 7th Congregation Ceremony of SDA College of Education, Agona-Ashanti represents a landmark moment in the institution’s history.
Producing 41 First Class graduates and celebrating the exceptional achievements of Miss Jessica Brobbey demonstrate the college’s contribution to strengthening Ghana’s teacher workforce.
As Ghana continues to focus on improving education quality, institutions such as SDA College of Education remain important partners in preparing professional teachers who can transform classrooms and communities.
Congratulations to the Class of 2025 for their remarkable achievement.
Source
SDA College of Education, Agona-Ashanti
About the Author
Ferdinand Ellis is an education blogger, curriculum specialist, researcher and policy analyst focusing on Ghana’s education system, teacher education, curriculum development and education policy.
