March is a special month for Ghana as it marks the country’s independence. To celebrate our heritage, a variety of activities are held nationwide to honor our motherland.
On March 5, 2025, Datus International School proudly celebrated Ghana’s rich culture and traditions with the theme “Our Festivals, Our Heritage.”
A Collaborative Learning Experience
Datus International School embraces the IB concept of collaborative learning, fostering an educational environment that connects students, parents, educators, and the larger community. This year’s celebration brought together traditional leaders, cultural troupes, educators, and learners to showcase Ghana’s diverse traditional festivals.
Highlights of the Celebration
The event focused on traditional festivals from across Ghana, including the Greater Accra, Eastern, Western, Upper East, Upper West, Northern, Central, Bono, Ashanti, and Volta Regions.
From preschool to Year 6, learners displayed their creativity and enthusiasm through:
- Traditional dances representing different regions
- Language presentations showcasing indigenous dialects
- Local delicacies prepared and displayed
- Cultural costumes worn with pride
Side Attraction – Miss Datus International
One of the most exciting moments of the day was the crowning of Miss Datus International School. Maame Afua (Year 6) won the title and was crowned by Miss Boatemaa Asante, the reigning Miss Akwaaba.
Our Cambridge students also played a significant role, adding an international flavor to the event with their performances of spoken word poetry and global dance routines.
Guests: The program was graced by several traditional leaders, who did not only attend but actively participated. A notable guest was the Gyaase Hemea from Akropong, who joined the class celebrating the Akuapem Odwira Festival. She gave a captivating narration of the festival’s proceedings from day one to the final day.
Parents’ Involvement: Parental support was remarkable. Many parents participated in rehearsals from start to finish. They helped their children design and acquire costumes.
Some foreign parents even joined their children on stage for an energetic cultural dance.
Exceptional MCs: Our Master of Ceremonies (MCs) were outstanding. Apart from the official MC, a parent volunteered to co-host, adding warmth and excitement to the event.
