On June 6th, 2024, the Osudoku Senior High School Old Students Association (OSOSA) hosted a memorable homecoming event. This year’s gathering was led by the 2014 year group, marking their 10th anniversary since graduating.
Among the distinguished guests was Cedric Dzelu, a 2006 alumnus who has risen to prominence as a Global Climate Change Ambassador and serves as the Executive Director of Frontline for Climate Action. Supported by Noveli E-Solutions, Cedric is dedicated to taking climate change education to students and youth groups, including gatherings of old students.
Cedric addressed over 1,500 current students and alumni from various year groups on the pressing issue of climate change, inspiring them to aspire towards a promising future.
The event also saw significant contributions from various alumni groups. The 2014 year group cut the sod to build a modern kitchen facility for the school, the 2012 group donated electric lights, and the 2003 group donated five sets of computers to the school. These acts of generosity were part of the old students' homecoming and demonstrate their commitment to the school's development.
The Headmistress, her Assistant Head, and the entire teaching staff expressed their pleasure with the engagement, from the Climate Change Talk to the interaction between old students and current students, as well as the generous donations. They called for the continuity and expansion of such initiatives.
This collaboration aims to amplify the climate change message, leveraging events like the old students’ homecoming and other anniversaries to reach a wider audience because Climate change is profoundly impacting society, causing extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and shifting climate patterns, which in turn disrupt education and jeopardize the future of students. Schools are increasingly facing closures and damage due to natural disasters, affecting the continuity and quality of education. Moreover, the economic and social instability caused by climate change forces many students to abandon their studies to support their families.
This disruption in education not only hampers students' immediate learning but also limits their future opportunities and potential to contribute to their communities. Therefore, engagements like the climate change talk at Osudoku Senior High School are crucial, as they educate and empower students to understand and address these challenges, preparing them to be resilient leaders in a climate-impacted world.
Such gatherings serve as a unique platform to impact the next generation, preparing them for leadership roles in addressing the climate crisis in their communities. The synergy between the various players holds great promise for spreading awareness about climate change among students, using such events as powerful platforms for education and inspiration.
All old students are encouraged to join the Old Student Association by registering—it’s quick, free, and takes less than a minute. Click here to register:
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