The Headmaster of Dzodze-Penyi Senior High School, Mr. Joshua Vidzro, has been temporarily relieved of his duties by the Ghana Education Service (GES) over his alleged involvement in sexual misconduct with some female students.

In the meantime, the GES has directed Mr. Vidzro to formally hand over all official duties, responsibilities, records, and any property belonging to Dzodze-Penyi SHS until further notice. The Municipal Director of Education for Ketu North has therefore been tasked to oversee the administration and management of Dzodze-Penyi SHS. This directive was disclosed in a statement issued by the GES on Saturday, December 6.

The GES emphasised, “For the avoidance of doubt, this directive does not constitute a determination or presumption of guilt on your part, but is an administrative measure issued in furtherance of due process and institutional accountability.”

In September, the Ghana Education Service announced the removal of the Assistant Headmaster (Academic) of KNUST Senior High School, Mr. Charles Akwasi Aidoo, from office over alleged misconduct. He was spotted in a viral video with a female student in a compromised position.

In response, management of GES released a statement declaring their stance on the matter.“Management views this matter with utmost seriousness. In line with our commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the teaching profession and ensuring the safety and welfare of students under our care, Mr. Aidoo has already been removed from office, and prohibited from going to the school while thorough investigations are being carried out,” the statement read.

The GES assured the general public, stakeholders, parents, and students that due process will be followed, and the appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with the code of conduct of the Ghana Education Service.

Months ago, the Ghana Education Service (GES) directed school authorities to ensure that practical fees for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) received from students are refunded effective Monday, July 28.

A press statement dated Monday, July 28, indicated that teachers and school heads who fail to adhere to the directive shall face severe sanctions."The Government of Ghana has released full funding to cover the costs of the 2025 WASSCE practical examinations, including required materials and resources.Management notes with concern that some Heads have engaged in the collection of monies from Candidates/Parents/Guardians for these same practicals. The Heads involved are therefore directed to refund any monies collected from students in respect of WASSCE practicals,” parts of the statement read.

It instructed that school authorities ensure the refund process is properly documented and official receipts are issued to acknowledge repayment.

GES added that Regional Directors should be notified once the monies are refunded, emphasising, “Compliance with this directive will reduce the financial burden on students and parents and ensure that no learner is excluded from participation over lack of money.”

“Failure to comply will be considered a serious breach of official instructions and may attract administrative sanctions. Regional Directors are by this letter requested to share this information with all Heads of schools through their respective Municipal/Metro/District Directors of Education,” it stated.