Donation brings Christmas cheer to Nii Tetteh State School for the Deaf

The festive spirit of Christmas was brought to life at the Nii Tetteh State School for the Deaf in Ashaiman as The Woode Family, led by Mr. Kwabena Woode, donated essential supplies to the institution on Saturday, December 14, 2024.

The items included toiletries, water, and food, all aimed at supporting the school’s students and staff.

A message of love and giving

Speaking during the presentation, Mr. Woode highlighted the significance of the Christmas season as a time for love and generosity.

“We’re about to celebrate Christmas, and Christmas is a time of giving and showing love to one another,” he remarked. “We know that this is a challenging time, but it’s also a moment to reflect on the love of Christ. We hope this simple act of love will brighten your season and remind us of God’s love. This won’t be the first or last time we do this. Thank you, and Merry Christmas to you all.”

Gratitude from the school

Isaac Arthur, headmaster of the school, expressed heartfelt gratitude for the donation.

“We’re grateful for this gesture. We’ve always been pleading with people and organizations to come to our aid, and we’ve been praying towards that. We thank God for touching your hearts,” he said. “The items are truly needed, and this support means so much to us.”

Challenges facing the school

While thanking the donors, Mr. Arthur shed light on some of the challenges the school faces and called for additional support from the public.

“Our buildings are okay, but they could be improved,” he explained. “As we encourage parents to bring their wards, we would need expansion. Even a single new block would make a huge difference.”

He also emphasized the need for excursions to enhance the students’ learning experiences. “Imagine taking the students to places like the airport or a monkey sanctuary. These activities could enrich their education, but they are not possible without the necessary resources,” he added.

A call to action

Mr. Arthur appealed to the public to support the school in any way possible, no matter the size of the contribution.

“One tree cannot make a forest. The government provides for us, but the government cannot do it all. Any assistance, no matter how small, will help us,” he said.

He also encouraged parents of children with hearing impairments to enroll them in the school, emphasizing that education at the institution is free. “If your child has a hearing impairment, bring him or her here. It’s free of charge,” he reassured.

Spreading the spirit of Christmas

The donation activity underscored the true meaning of Christmas—spreading love, compassion, and hope. The school expressed its optimism that this act of generosity would inspire others to extend their support, ensuring a brighter future for its students.