Guardians express frustration over expensive admission requirements at senior high schools across Ghana. Families report excessive costs for school supplies and fees that strain household budgets. Many appeal to education officials for relief from what they consider unreasonable financial demands. The situation contradicts promises of accessible secondary education under current government policies.
Parents at Evangelical Presbyterian SHS in Hohoe face particularly steep expenses for their children's enrollment. The institution requires GH¢582.00 for Parents-Teacher Association membership alone before additional mandatory purchases. Students must obtain exeat cards, mattresses, storage containers, food supplies, personal care items, and office materials. One guardian noted the contradiction between free education promises and extensive cost lists that burden low-income households seeking quality secondary education opportunities.
Parents at Evangelical Presbyterian SHS in Hohoe face particularly steep expenses for their children's enrollment. The institution requires GH¢582.00 for Parents-Teacher Association membership alone before additional mandatory purchases. Students must obtain exeat cards, mattresses, storage containers, food supplies, personal care items, and office materials. One guardian noted the contradiction between free education promises and extensive cost lists that burden low-income households seeking quality secondary education opportunities.
