From a humble beginning of three (3) pupils, Flowers Gay Schools has over the years by the grace of God built a reputation for self for instilling Christian ethos and academic excellence in the lives of the many who have now passed through the Schools.
In celebration of the Grace of God upon the Schools a number of activities were lined up for all stakeholders of the Schools – pupils, teachers, parents and alumni amongst others. Management of the Schools visited some prominent office in the Cape Coast Metropolis to announce the celebration of Flowers Gay Schools’40 years of existence and also to make known the activities and/programs outlined for the celebrations.
Some of the dignitaries Management of the Schools paid a courtesy call on include Hon. Kwamena Duncan (Central Regional Minister), The Regional police Comander and Mr. Philip Incoom (Metro Director of Education, Cape Coast).
At the Office of the Regional Minister, Mr. Kwete Quaynor, speaking on behalf of the Management of Flowers Gay Schools intimated that achieving the great milestone could not have been possible without the special grace of God. He further mentioned that the achievement could not be seen as a singular fete but rather as a success story for the Central Region as a whole and Cape Coast in particular – being a clear departure from the narrative (either real or perceived) that private businesses (and schools in particular) do not thrive in Cape Coast. In this regard, he emphasized that with God all things are possible.
After narrating a brief history of the Schools and paying a glowing tribute to the late proprietress of the Schools (Mrs. Selimy Gifty Quaynor), whose tenacity saw the establishment of the Schools in January 1980, Mr. Quaynor presented the Honorable Regional Minister with some souvenirs, a piece of the Schools’ Anniversary Cloth and an official invitation, indicating activities lined up for the anniversary celebrations.
In his response the Honorable Regional Minister accepted the invitation and mentioned how acquainted he was with the Schools and its exploits (though from a distance). He recounted some fond memories of the Schools and stressed that the alumni of Flowers Gay Schools have always proved themselves at the Senior High School level and beyond.
Hon. Kwamena Duncan expressed his delight at the invitation and promised to be part of the celebrations. He also underscored the importance of the celebrations in view of the fact that the Schools has represented the Central Region well and fed the nation and beyond with valuable assets who are found in almost every fabric of society. He wished the Schools and all its stakeholders well.
The Metro Director of Education for Cape Coast was also elated when the Management called on him with the same anniversary message.
On his part, Mr. Incoom indicated that involving the office of the Metro Director of Education in the Schools’ anniversary celebrations was a step in the right direction and hoped that the bond between the Schools and his office would be further strengthened for mutual benefit.
He likewise, indicated his willingness to partake in the anniversary celebrations.
The activities lined up for the celebrations include, a Thanksgiving Service to usher the anniversary celebrations, a week of peer coaching and quizzes, a presentation of medical consumables to a chosen health facility, a Dinner and Awards Event, a Durbar and Alumni Homecoming Funfair and a Float through the principal streets of Cape Coast.
Flowers Gay Schools’40th anniversary celebrations under the theme: ‘40 Years Of Christan Ethos And Academic Excellence’, promises to be an unforgettable experience.
