NCCE Sensitises Nsutaman Catholic SHS Students on Discipline, Internet Safety and Responsible Citizenship

The Sekyere Central Directorate of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has extended its civic education campaign for first-year students to Nsutaman Catholic Senior High School in Nsuta, with a call on students to uphold discipline, demonstrate responsible behaviour, and make informed decisions that will positively shape their academic and personal development.

The engagement formed part of the Directorate’s continuing efforts to equip newly admitted students with the knowledge and values required to navigate senior high school life responsibly. The sensitisation exercise addressed school rules and regulations, academic discipline, responsible Internet use, examination malpractice and substance abuse, while highlighting the importance of active participation in civic education activities.

Facilitating the session, Mr. Gordon Yeboah Opoku, who served as the resource person, encouraged the students to take their academic responsibilities seriously and remain committed to the principles governing conduct within the school environment. He advised them against absenteeism, particularly skipping classes and supervised evening studies, commonly known as preps. He explained that adherence to school regulations, respect for authority, and consistent participation in academic activities were essential to maintaining discipline and achieving educational success.

Mr. Opoku also drew attention to the growing influence of digital technology on students' lives, urging them to exercise caution when accessing and sharing information on the Internet. He encouraged them to use digital platforms productively, particularly for educational purposes, while remaining mindful of the risks associated with irresponsible online behaviour. On examination malpractice, he cautioned the students against engaging in dishonest practices, stressing that such conduct could attract serious disciplinary consequences and jeopardise their educational aspirations.

The students were further sensitised on the dangers associated with drug and substance abuse. Mr. Opoku advised them to avoid harmful substances and negative peer influences that could undermine their health, judgement and academic progress. He encouraged them to cultivate positive relationships, exercise self-discipline and make responsible choices that would safeguard their well-being and future prospects.

As part of the engagement, the students were introduced to the Civic Education Club (CEC), an initiative of the NCCE aimed at nurturing civic consciousness, leadership and responsible citizenship among young people. The importance of the Club in promoting democratic values and active participation

and civic responsibility within the school community was highlighted. The students were also informed about the anticipated election of new Club executives to coordinate its activities.

The engagement reinforced the Commission’s commitment to promoting responsible citizenship among young people by encouraging them to combine academic excellence with discipline, integrity, respect for institutional rules and a strong sense of personal responsibility.