GES Releases List of Essential Prospectus for 2024 BECE Graduates into SHS ahead of School Placement

Ferdinand | EducationGhana |  October 27| GES Releases List of Essential Prospectus for 2024 BECE Graduates into SHS ahead of School Placement

Discover the essential items listed by the Ghana Education Service (GES) for first-year students reporting to second-cycle schools after the 2024 BECE. Find out what day and boarding students need to bring as they prepare for school on October 30, 2024.

As the Ghana Education Service (GES) prepares for the release of the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) school placement, it has published a list of essential items that first-year second-cycle students are required to bring when reporting to school on October 30, 2024. These “must-have” items are categorized for both day and boarding students, with each item intended to support students’ smooth transition into their new academic environment.

In a recent social media announcement sighted by GhanaEducation.org, GES emphasized the need for all personal items to be embossed or embroidered with the student’s name for easy identification.

General Items for Day Students

The GES has outlined a list of general items that day students are expected to bring. These include:

1. Mathematical Set and Scientific Calculator
2. Decent Sandals – School-specific, without embellishments
3. Decent Sneakers – Black or white, as specified by the school
4. School Bag – To carry books and other essentials

General Items for Boarding Students

Boarding students are required to bring a more extensive list of items, which cater to both personal needs and school regulations:

1. Trunk or Chop Box (Wooden/Plastic) – For storage of personal belongings
2. Eating Utensils – Including a drinking cup, plastic or stainless plate, and a set of cutlery
3. Toiletries – A set of basic hygiene items such as deodorant, toilet roll, toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, pomade, and two packs of sanitary pads for girls
4. Decent Sandals – School-specific, no embellishments allowed
5. Pair of Leather Slippers – To be used as specified by the school
6. Decent Sneakers – Black or white, as indicated by the school
7. Socks – Two pairs, school-specific
8. Pyjamas/Sleepwear
9. Underwear – Including five pairs of pants and three vests for girls, or three boxer shorts/pants and three singlets for boys
10. Plastic Bucket with Cover and Pail
11. Religious Materials – RSV/NIV Bible, Quran, or Hymn Book, as per school requirements
12. Pillow with Mackintosh Cover
13. Bedsheets and Pillowcases – Two plain white bedsheets with two pillowcases
14. Blanket and Sleeping Cloth
15. Pair of Khaki Trousers
16. White Trousers or Dress for Ladies – As specified by the school
17. White Shirts – One short sleeve and one long sleeve
18. Student’s Size Mosquito Net
19. School Bag
20. Mathematical Set and Scientific Calculator
21. Checked Dresses – Where applicable
22. Student Mattress – Required if not available in the school
23. School-Specific Shoes and Belt
24. Hoe/Cutlass – For school agricultural activities

Categories Based on School Placement

According to the GES, first-year students will be required to purchase items from one of the groups (1, 2, or 3), as indicated on their school placement form. This categorization aims to streamline the required items for each school while ensuring that students are adequately prepared for their boarding or day-school experiences.

Preparing for a Smooth Transition

The GES’s detailed list of items for new students is intended to assist parents and guardians in preparing their wards for the next phase of their education. By specifying school-specific requirements, such as shoe colors, belt styles, and dress codes, the GES seeks to maintain uniformity across schools while accommodating the diverse needs of students.

Parents are advised to prepare early and ensure that all items are labeled properly to avoid confusion and loss of belongings during the admission process. As Ghana gears up for the new academic year, students can look forward to a fresh start in their respective schools, equipped with the necessary items for a successful educational journey.