STEM Parrot Foundation Donates Educational Resources to 5 JHS’ in the Ashanti Region
The STEM Parrot Foundation has donated 50 volume-type computers, 300 sketchbooks, and other learning materials to five junior high schools in the Ashanti Region. The donation is being supported by local organisations and UK-based Ledyen Education Consultancy as a means of equipping the students with skills relevant to their future success. Nana Agyemang Prempeh, the Executive Director of the Foundation, presented the resources to Mr. Michael Lawson of Trans 360 Logistics in Kumasi, while Mr. Emmanuel Omarie managed the distribution logistics.
The volume-type computers, specially designed for education, will greatly enhance the students’ digital literacy, while the sketchbooks will help with learning subjects such as science and the arts. In addition, Nana Prempeh announced the implementation of the “Girls in STEM” initiative in 2025, which aimed at getting girls to embrace careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
In 2025, STEM Parrot Foundation intends to introduce community-based STEM clubs targeting junior high school students to promote STEM education and career paths. Nana Prempeh called on corporate and international organizations to support the Foundation’s mission and help further its impact.
The five Junior High Schools benefitting from the donation are: Bredi JHS, Mentumi D/A JHS, P3 Wo De3 D/A JHS, Enkaakyi D/A JHS, and Kwantia D/A JHS. Mr Emmanuel Omarie received the items on behalf of the five schools.
Estimated Value: The total donation is estimated at about **USD 22,000** (GHS 266,000), including 50 volume-type computers valued at USD 425 each, 300 sketchbooks, and the cost of logistics. This was made possible by Ledyen Education Consultancy, UK.