# St. Francis College of Education > FRANCO ## Posts - [SANITATION DIGEST: TURNING PLASTIC WASTE INTO RESOURCES](https://franco.edu.gh/sanitation-digest-turning-plastic-waste-into-resources/): St Francis College of Education has launched an inspiring movement, Sanitation Digest, aimed at transforming our environment while fostering innovation. The initiative, which was started by the Principal, Dr. Adwoa Kwegyirba, focuses on collecting discarded sachet rubbers and recycling them into useful products for the College community. Through this project, waste plastics that once littered our surroundings are being given new life as durable desks, flower pots, and roofing sheets. These recycled products will directly support campus development while promoting sustainability and cleaner surroundings. Sanitation Digest is more than just a sanitation campaign. It is a call to responsibility, creativity, […] - [ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, HOHOE, MAKES HISTORY: 112 FIRST CLASS GRADUATES AFTER 117 YEARS](https://franco.edu.gh/elementor-4672/): St. Francis College of Education in Hohoe has set a historic record, producing 112 First Class graduates in the 2020 academic year—the highest in the college’s 117-year history. The remarkable feat was announced at the institution’s 17th congregation, which also marked the graduation of the third batch of students under the Bachelor of Education degree programme. Out of 525 graduating students, 106 from the Junior High School (JHS) Programme and six from the Primary Education Programme attained First Class Honours. Notably, the entire graduating class successfully passed, with no recorded referrals or failures. The milestone achievement comes under the leadership […] - [WOMEN EMPOWERMENT NOT A FIGHT BETWEEN SEXES](https://franco.edu.gh/women-empowerment-not-a-fight-between-sexes/): Various speakers at a forum have underscored the fact that the advocacy for the empowerment of women was not a fight between men and women. According to them, they still recognise men as the family head but what they are saying is that women should be allowed to achieve their innate capabilities. The forum was organised by the Gender, Equality and Social Inclusion Unit of the Saint Francis College of Education (FRANCO), in collaboration with the Student’s Representative Council, to commemorate this year’s International Women’s Day at Hohoe in the Volta Region last Saturday. It was on the theme: “For […] - [FRANCO IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THOMAS MORE UNIVERSITY, BELGIUM.](https://franco.edu.gh/franco-in-partnership-with-thomas-more-university-belgium/): Franco has been in partnership with Thomas More University Belgium, since 2019. The partnership programs include; ·        Student online collaboration ·        Student mobility ·        Staff mobility STUDENT ONLINE COLLABORATION The “Mikata Group”, is the group of students who are engaged in the student online collaboration. The students are paired: Ghana and Belgium, and they exchange addresses and fix time and duration for activities to commence the collaboration. At the end, partners collate results of the student’s partnership into a report. In 2022, 60 students from Ghana and 60 students from Belgium making a total of 120 students participated in the […] - [ST. FRANCIS CoE SUPPORT FLOOD VICTIMS](https://franco.edu.gh/st-francis-college-of-education-support-flood-victims/): St. Francis College of Education has donated an amount of GH¢10,000 and some items to the  flood victims affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage. The amount and items which includes exercise books for school children were presented at Bator in the North Tongu District of the Volta Region last  Friday.The gesture was made by the  principal of the college, Dr Adwoa Kwegyiriba who indicated that it was the College’s Corporate Social responsibility to support the flood victims especially in the area of education among others.   ” The core mandate of the College was to train teachers for the various […] - [PRINCIPAL'S SPEECH TO CONGREGATION](https://franco.edu.gh/principals-speech-on-granduation-day/) - [PROFESSOR KWAKU OBOSU-MENSAH DONATES BOOKS TO FRANCO](https://franco.edu.gh/professor-kwaku-obosu-mensah-donates-books-to-franco/): Professor of Sociology/international Studies, Social Sciences and Human Services at the Lorain County Community College, Elyria, Ohio, United States is an old Student of St. Francis College of Education.   On Monday 12 2023, the Professor who is an active member of Old Franciscan Association (OFA) donated a number of books on algebra to the college. These books were presented to the College management by the OFA organizer, Mr. Ras Kumabia, a tutor from the Science department on his behalf.   The Principal, Dr. Adwoa Kwegyiriba in her gratitude message during the short presentation ceremony, expressed her heartfelt appreciation to […] - [ST FRANCIS CoE MATRICULATES 2023 ADMITTED STUDENTS](https://franco.edu.gh/st-francis-coe-matriculates-2023-admitted-students/): The 16th matriculation ceremony of fresh student was held on May 12, 2023. The Special Guest, Professor James Flolu, Former Principal of the College of Technology, Kumasi, now Akenten Appiah-Menka University for Skills, Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) indicated that the students must be proud to be getting ready to take a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Cape Coast, after their four-year experience. He further explained that a university takes custody of the human resource brain of any country and as students they were being prepared to take custody of their brain. According to the Professor, it is the […] - [DR.  ADWOA KWEGYIRIBA @50.](https://franco.edu.gh/congratulations-to-dr-adwoa-kwegyiriba-50/): CONGRATULATIONS TO DR.  ADWOA KWEGYIRIBA @50. Dr. Adwoa Kwegyiriba, the Principal of the College, turned 50 years on May 8, 2023. She is a fearless woman in all aspects of life and has gained the nickname “Vim Mama”. The abbreviation V. I. M. is coined from the phrase “Vision In Motion.”   She is diligent, hardworking, smart, innovative, and a transformational leader.   At the early morning mass on 8th May to celebrate and thank God for his faithfulness upon her life, she was given the EXAMPLARY WOMAN AWARD by the female staff of the Franco community. This was conferred on […] - [UHAS, ST FRANCIS MARK INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY](https://franco.edu.gh/uhas-st-francis-mark-international-womens-day/): UHAS, St Francis College Mark International Women’s Day Dr Adwoa Kwagyiriba, Principal of St. Francis College of Education has said the Covid-19 pandemic has changed the phase of education with technology taking centre stage in teaching and learning.   She said parents especially fathers needed to formulate policies that would ensure the bright future of their wards while admonishing women to be supportive.   She was speaking at a symposium to commemorate the 2023 International Women’s Day, held by the Fred N. Binka School of Public Health, University of Health, and Allied Sciences (UHAS), and the St Francis College of Education.   The […] - [FRANCO HOLDS ORIENTATION FOR FRESH STUDENTS](https://franco.edu.gh/franco-holds-orientation-for-fresh-students/): Dr Adwoa Kwegyiriba, Principal of the St. Francis College of Education (FRANCO), Hohoe, has urged fathers to be more committed and invest in the education of their girl child to enable them to have a bright future. - [FRANCO DONATES OVER 500 PLASTIC CHAIRS TO PARTNER SCHOOLS](https://franco.edu.gh/franco-donates-over-500-plastic-chairs-to-partner-schools/): Dr Adwoa Kwegyiriba, Principal of the St. Francis College of Education (FRANCO), Hohoe, has urged fathers to be more committed and invest in the education of their girl child to enable them to have a bright future. - [ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE OF EDUCATION DONATES TO ST. FRANCIS DEMONSTRATION SCHOOLS](https://franco.edu.gh/st-francis-college-of-education-donates-to-st-francis-demonstration-schools/): Dr Adwoa Kwegyiriba, Principal of the St. Francis College of Education (FRANCO), Hohoe, has urged fathers to be more committed and invest in the education of their girl child to enable them to have a bright future. - [Fathers Must Invest in Girl Child Education](https://franco.edu.gh/fathers-must-invest-in-girl-child-education/): Dr Adwoa Kwegyiriba, Principal of the St. Francis College of Education (FRANCO), Hohoe, has urged fathers to be more committed and invest in the education of their girl child to enable them to have a bright future. - [FRANCO MAKES HISTORY IN INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS FESTIVAL](https://franco.edu.gh/franco-makes-history-in-intercollegiate-sports-festival/): Dr Adwoa Kwegyiriba, Principal of the St. Francis College of Education (FRANCO), Hohoe, has urged fathers to be more committed and invest in the education of their girl child to enable them to have a bright future. - [Principal's Investiture and 13th & 14th Congregation - St. Francis College of Education](https://franco.edu.gh/principals-investiture-and-13th-14th-congregation-st-francis-college-of-education/): Principal’s Investiture and 13th & 14th Congregation – St. Francis College of Education The investiture of Dr Adwoa Kwegyiriba as the 14th Principal of St. Francis College of Education, Hohoe in the Volta Region, was held during the congregation of the 2019 and 2020 batches of graduands. The investiture of Dr Adwoa Kwegyiriba as the 14th Principal of St. Francis College of Education, Hohoe in the Volta Region, was held during the congregation of the 2019 and 2020 batches of graduands. The colourful joint ceremony, held at the Franco Auditorium amidst cultural performances was attended by members of the past […] - [A NEW YEAR MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL](https://franco.edu.gh/a-new-year-message-from-the-principal/): A NEW YEAR MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL I thank God for his Grace and mercies that helped us in 2021 to have a remarkably productive year and to make huge but gradual strides in our noble quest to make this college a truly formidable institution. God bless everyone for their unwavering commitment to making this place a great place to be. I find the Franco community purposeful, and positive driven. Even more importantly, are the welcoming, affable, innovative and open to new ideas community to work, and together we will chalk greater laurels this year. This is sincere and not […] - [THE PRINCIPAL MEETS WITH THE EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT MEMBERS](https://franco.edu.gh/the-principal-meets-with-the-executive-management-members/): THE PRINCIPAL MEETS WITH THE EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT MEMBERS The Executive Management members have met on Thursday 26th January, 2022 to discuss their plans and strategies for the academic year. The meeting is the first of its kind and an initiative by Dr. Adwoa Kwagyiriba to get all key players on board to achieve a common goal. The composition of the members is: The Principal The Vice Principal The College Secretary The Finance Officer The Librarian The Auditor The Students Affairs Officer The Works and Estate Officer The Transport Officer The Supply Officer The Procurement Officer The Chief Matron The Chief […] - [FOUR STAKEHOLDER GROUPS PAY COURTESY CALL ON THE PRINCIPAL](https://franco.edu.gh/four-stakeholder-groups-pay-courtesy-call-on-the-principal/): FOUR STAKEHOLDER GROUPS PAY COURTESY CALL ON THE PRINCIPAL On Thursday 20th January 2022, four stakeholder groups, OFA, CENSAG, TESCOM and TAIN visited the Principal of the College in turns for brief interactions in a very amicable and congenial atmosphere. The main objective was to afford these groups the opportunity to meet and interact with the Principal for the first time after her recent assumption of duty. The first group, Old Franciscans Association (OFA) on staff, were grateful to have met the Principal. They shared particularly their concern about the encroachment of Franco lands which in recent times was getting […] - [A NEW YEAR MESSAGE FROM THE COLLEGE SECRETARY](https://franco.edu.gh/a-new-year-message-from-the-college-secretary/): A NEW YEAR MESSAGE FROM THE COLLEGE SECRETARY Happy New Year. I wish to express my deepest gratitude to the Almighty God for seeing us through the year. For all his goodness, underserved mercies and kindness, all we can say is we are thankful and humbled by what the Lord has done. To him belong all the glory. I also wish to commend you all in a heartfelt manner for your hard work, your sense of urgency and commitment to your duties that saw this college maintain its place as a revered institution. The energy you brought to bear on […] - [FRANCO IN STEM EDUCATION WITH MS KETLYNNE JOSEPH(NEW YORK)](https://franco.edu.gh/franco-in-stem-education-with-ms-ketlynne-joseph/): FRANCO IN STEM EDUCATION WITH MS KETLYNNE JOSEPH (NEW YORK) The St. Francis College of Education has benefitted from a six-week partnership visit by Ms. Ketlynne Joseph from the Cambria Heights Academy in the New York City Department of Education, from the 7th of June to the 15th of July. The visit was in fulfilments of the FULBRIGHT teacher exchange program which was initiated by Ms. Cynthia Jebuni-Adanu, a FULBRIGHT Scholar, a STEM Educator for girls in the area of Physics, and a former tutor of the St. Francis College of Education, Hohoe.  The FULBRIGHT Distinguished Awards in Teaching (DAST) […] - [Students Advised to Make Prudent Use of ICT](https://franco.edu.gh/students-advised-to-make-prudent-use-of-ict/): STUDENTS ADVISED TO MAKE PRUDUDENT USE OF ICT Hohoe (V/R), Feb. 10, GNA – Mr Raphael K. Kwashie, Principal of the St. Francis College of Education (FRANCO), Hohoe has entreated students to make prudent use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) tools to change their status, especially their academic lives. “I advise you to focus on the positives that ICT present, by using it to enhance your learning and research work. Be extra careful of social media which can easily distract you from your studies when used imprudently.”Mr Kwashie, speaking at the 14th Matriculation Ceremony of the College in Hohoe […] - [2020/2021 Matriculation For Fresh Students](https://franco.edu.gh/2020-2021-matriculation-for-fresh-students/): Fresh Students’ Matriculation 2020/2021 Academic Year The St Francis College of Education (FRANCO), Hohoe has held its 14th Matriculation ceremony for a total of 568 students into the various four-year degree programmes of the School.The ceremony is to receive “freshmen and women” into the College, an affiliate of the University of Cape Coast, making them full members of the College as persons in “Statu pupillari.”The College received a total of 1,122 applications from qualified students and 856 were admitted while 568 accepted the offer of admission and were matriculated for the 2020/2021 academic year.Mr Clement Kantam Kolamong, College Secretary, St […] - [Six retirees of St. Francis College of Education honoured](https://franco.edu.gh/six-retirees-of-st-francis-college-of-education-honoured/): Six retirees of St. Francis College of Education honoured Six retired staff of the St. Francis College of Education (FRANCO) at Hohoe have been honoured for their outstanding contribution to the College. They are Mr Frank Lumor, Supply Officer, Mr Kofi Stephen, Driver, and Madam Margaret Gasu, Cook. The rest are Mr Anselmus Seipe, Security person, Madam Georgina Lawson, Cook, and Mr Awume John Bosco, Pantry Hand. Mr Elias K. Ababio Saku, Chairman, Colleges of Education Non–Teaching Staff Association of Ghana (CENTSAG)-FRANCO Chapter, said: “Retirement is not the end of the road but a turn in the road. It is […] - [Quality Teacher Education Holds The Key To National Development](https://franco.edu.gh/quality-teacher-education-holds-the-key-to-national-development/): QUALITY TEACHER EDUCATION HOLDS THE KEY TO NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT The Minister of State in charge of Tertiary Education says the Ghanaian Child will be competitive globally by acquiring well researched knowledge and skills for national development on the foundation of quality teacher education. “The biggest investment we can make as a nation is to give every child the right to good quality education … and the key to achieving this is hinged on effective and efficient management of teacher education,” Professor Kwesi Yankah said. Professor Yankah said this during the launch of the Colleges of Education Management Information System (CEMIS) […] - [NCTE Launches CEMIS](https://franco.edu.gh/ncte-launches-cemis/): NCTE LAUNCHES CEMIS The National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE) in collaboration with T-TEL on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, launched the much-awaited College of Education Management Information System (CEMIS) which is expected to revolutionize the Colleges of Education sub-sector in Ghana. The ceremony which took place at the NCTE Auditorium in Accra saw Principals, College Secretaries, and ICT Officers from all the 46 Colleges of Education in Ghana as well as Stakeholders in the Teacher Education Sectors in attendance. The CEMIS is an initiative of NCTE and T-TEL with funding from UKAID, and the Ministry of Education. It is an […] - [Final Year's Exit Exam](https://franco.edu.gh/final-years-exit-exam/): The last batch of the Diploma in Basic Education (DBE) teacher trainees who are currently in their final year resumed on campus on the 21st June, 2020, to prepare for their final year examinations. The students were initially undergoing their one year out program, before the sudden outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Before their arrival, the College took adequate measures to put the school environment in a conducive atmosphere to ensure the safety and well-being of the students. The classrooms and halls were properly fumigated. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Government were readily made available. The management of […] - [Uniforms For Security Personnels](https://franco.edu.gh/uniforms-for-security-personnels/): Uniforms for Security Personnel In a related development, the College in its quest to strengthen the College’s security has provided new security attire for its security guards.  The security guards made up of nine males and a female were beautifully adorned in their new work apparel. Management admonished them to work harder to protect the College not only from miscreants but also ensure that all and sundry following the COVID-19 protocols since it has also become a security issue. The security personnel were full of appreciation to management for ensuring that uniforms, tools, and equipment needed for effective and efficient […] - [FRANCO HOST GES PROMOTION APPLICANTS FOR THEIR EXAMS](https://franco.edu.gh/franco-host-ges-promotion-applicants-for-their-exams/): ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE OF EDUCATION WISHES GES PROMOTION APPLICANTS SUCCESS IN THEIR EXAMS. St. Francis College of Education, one of the renowned Colleges of Education located in the Hohoe Municipality of the Volta Region, has hosted some Ghana Education Service(GES) teachers for their promotion aptitude test. The aptitude test which is an initiative by the GES Management is a new strategy to reform the promotion process within the confines of the Public Services Commission (PSC) guidelines. The new procedure happens to be departed from the usual face to face interview. The exams which was scheduled for 20th and 21st February […] - [Workshop for Teachers on the NTS for Ghana.](https://franco.edu.gh/workshop-for-teachers-on-the-nts-for-ghana/): St. Francis College of Education Organizes a One day Workshop for Teachers, on the National Teachers’ Standards(NTS) for Ghana. A total number of forty-six(46) teachers from the St. Francis Demonstration Basic school were trained on the National Teachers’ Standard (NTS) for Ghana. The workshop which took place at the old assembly hall of the St. Francis College of Education on 7th February, 2020, started at exactly 9am. This was an initiative by the Deputy coordinator of Supported Teaching in Schools (STS), Mr. Ambrose Ayikue and the College Secretary, Mr. Clement Kantam Kolamong. The essence of the workshop was to equip […] - [First Year's Matriculation 2019/2020](https://franco.edu.gh/first-years-matriculation-2019-2020/): First Year’s Matriculation 2019/2020 Academic Year Newly admitted trainee teachers of St. Francis College of Education, Hohoe were on Friday, 6th December, 2019 matriculated to officially become students of the renowned College of Education in the Volta Region of Ghana.  The matriculation ceremony is an academic exercise held to officially admit fresh students into the Colleges as Junior Members of the College Fraternity making them full members of the College as persons in statu pupillari. For the 2019/2020 academic year, a total of 887 applied for admission to St. Francis College of Education. 740 qualified out of which 351 accepted the offer […] - [New Vice Principal](https://franco.edu.gh/new-vice-principal/): New Vice Principal The Governing Council of St Francis College of Education, Hohoe, has finally appointed a new Vice Principal for the College after 3 years of the College operating without a Vice Principal. This was after the search committee advertised the vacant position in August 2019. Mr. Sylvester Korsi Mawusi is the new Vice Principal for the renowned College of Education located in the Volta Region. The College for the past 4 years had no Vice Principal due to the absence of Governing Council. Until his appointment, Mr. Mawusi was the Head of Science Department and Director of Research […] ## Pages - [College Librarian](https://franco.edu.gh/college-librarian/): Joseph Dotse Komla Plahar Acting College Librarian Joseph Dotse Komla Plahar, is an experienced librarian, educator, and researcher. He was appointed the Ag. Librarian of the College on 3rd February, 2005.  With a clear objective to contribute meaningfully to institutional growth through quality library services, Joseph has developed a career centered on leadership, innovation, and academic excellence. As a purpose-driven individual, Joseph brings a wealth of experience and technical skill to his professional roles. His expertise spans across cataloguing, classification, reference services, electronic support, and information repackaging and dissemination. He is also proficient in collection development, library policy formulation, and […] - [Partnership Programs](https://franco.edu.gh/partnership-programs/): Partnership Committee CHAIRPERSONDr. Adwoa KwegyiribaPrincipal- St. Francis College of EducationEmail: dradwoakwegyiriba1@gmail.com COORDINATORMr. Nelson Brany (MPHIL)Tutor and Head of Social Sciences DepartmentEmail: n.k.brany@gmail.com SECRETARYDzifa Pongo (MPHIL)Head – Public RelationsEmail: lillyled98@gmail.com MEMBERMr. Wisdom Yegbe (MPHIL)Tutor, Social Science DepartmentEmail: wiskyborlor@gmail.com - [Blog](https://franco.edu.gh/blogs-and-news/) - [Admission List](https://franco.edu.gh/admission-list/): Admissions List 2023     - [User Account](https://franco.edu.gh/user-account/): [wp_event_account] - [Reset Password](https://franco.edu.gh/reset-password/): [wp_event_reset_password] - [Forgot Password](https://franco.edu.gh/forgot-password/): [wp_event_forgot_password] - [User Login](https://franco.edu.gh/user-login/): [wp_event_login] - [User Register](https://franco.edu.gh/user-register/): [wp_event_register] - [Wishlist](https://franco.edu.gh/wishlist/): [woosw_list] - [Undergraduate Admission](https://franco.edu.gh/undergraduate-admission-2/): Apply for Admission….. For WASSCE holders, a minimum of 6 credits (A1 –C6), in three (3) core subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Science/Social Studies and three (3) elective subjects relevant to the programme of choice.   For SSSCE holders a minimum of 6 Credits (A – D) in three (3) core subjects including English Language, Mathematics and Science/Social Studies and three (3) elective subjects relevant to the programme of choice. PROGRAMMES The College is accredited by the National Accreditation Board and is affiliated to the University of Cape Coast. The College currently run the following academic programmes: Bachelor of […] - [Student Life](https://franco.edu.gh/student-life/): Student Life We believe that although studying is a major part of your life here on campus, there should be times to have fun and a cool head to reflect on good things and times of your life here on campus. Outside the classroom there are a number of activities students can engage in. Therefore FRANCO has made arrangements so that your dedicated time for social life is also made very comfortable and full of enjoyment. Students’ social life on the campus is organized by the Junior Common Room Committees, which also act as liaison between the student body and the […] - [Academic Calendar](https://franco.edu.gh/academic-calendar/): Academics Calendar View our academic calendar to know our scheduled academic activities. This calendar outlines annual academic programmes and other events. The College calendar covers an academic year composed of two semesters. ACADEMIC CALENDAR FOR 2022/2023 DATE/PERIOD ACTIVITY Jan 23, 2023 Levels 100 and 200 students report for first semester (9 and 5 weeks respectively) Jan 20, 2023 Level 400 students report to their schools of attachment for Macro-Teaching (12 weeks) Feb 25, 2023 Level 300 students report to college for first semester (5 weeks) Feb 25, 2023 Level 200 students break for first phase of first semester Apr 1 […] - [Faculties & Department](https://franco.edu.gh/faculties-department/): DEPARTMENTS The College currently has the following departments; Science Mathematics/ Information and Communication Technology Social Studies Languages Vocational/ Technical Studies Education PROGRAMMES The College is accredited by the National Accreditation Board and is affiliated to the University of Cape Coast. The College currently run the following academic programmes: i. Bachelor of Education Primary Education ii. Bachelor of Education JHS Education ( Bachelor of Education (Science) Bachelor of Education (Mathematics and Information and Communication Technology) Bachelor of Education (Information and Communication Technology) Bachelor of Education (Music) Bachelor of Education (Social Studies) Bachelor of Education (Religious and Moral Education) Bachelor of Education […] - [Academics](https://franco.edu.gh/academics-2/): Academics Year after year St. Francis College of Education remains one of the leading colleges in Ghana and West africa. With carefully categorised academic departments, a library, an Information and Communication Technology Centre, Science laboratory, FRANCO delivers a high standard of education which reflects the pedigree of a Colleg of Education poised on attaining a status of being No. 1 in Ghana and West Africa. We are the Hill of Knowledge. Recent News Apr 07, 2022 Hello world! Mar 17, 2021 Autism rates have increased and show differences in ethnic minorities Jan 25, 2021 Most students say their mental health suffered […] - [Map and Direction](https://franco.edu.gh/map-and-direction/) - [College Registrar](https://franco.edu.gh/college-secretary/): Rev. Samuel Edem Ayetor Acting College Registrar The Registrar plays the dual role of the Chief Administrative Officer of the College and also as Secretary to Council, all Committees of Council as well as all Statutory Committees of the College. The Registrar’s office is responsible, under the Principal, for the day-to -day administration and management of the College. It is the responsibility of the Registrar to ensure the functioning of all Boards and Standing Committees of the College. The Registrar is assisted by a crop of Administrators and Professionals made up of Deputy Registrar, Senior Assistant Registrar, Assistant Registrar, Junior […] - [College Vice Principal](https://franco.edu.gh/college-vice-principal/): Dr Christopher Yao Dewodu Acting Vice Principal The Vice Principal deputises for the Principal in his absence from the College. He has oversight responsibilities in academic matters and performs such other duties delegated to him by the Principal. The Vice Principal performs other functions as prescribed in the statutes and chairs the following Committees under the Academic Board of which he is a member; Academic Planning and Quality Assurance Committee, Works and Physical Development Committee, Residence and Housing Committee, Library Committee, Academic Affairs Committee and Professional Development Committee and Disciplinary Committee. Recent News Apr 08, 2025 WOMEN EMPOWERMENT NOT A […] - [College Principal](https://franco.edu.gh/college-principal/): Dr. Adwoa Kwagyiriba College Principal Dr. Adwoa Kwegyiriba is the first female substantive Principal of St. Francis College of Education.  She took over the administration of the College on 1st December, 2021. Dr. Kwegyiriba is a professional teacher who holds the Teacher’s Certificate “A” from the Komenda College of Education in 1996. She also has a Bachelor of Education in Primary Education and a Master of Arts Degree in Development Studies, both from the University of Cape Coast. Dr. Kwegyiriba’s passion for knowledge and interest in academia led her to pursue further studies abroad where she obtained her PhD in […] - [College Mandate](https://franco.edu.gh/college-mandate/): Mandate Vision Is to be a College of Education for training world class Science, Mathematics, Information and Communication Technology, Social Studies, Religious and Moral Education, Music, English Language and Ghanaian Language (Ewe) Teachers to teach in Basic Schools in Ghana and beyond. Mission To create an environment that promotes students’ holistic development, teaching and learning, and research. Ethics Policy St. Francis College of Education, Hohoe, is a faith-based (Catholic) teacher education institution. We therefore carry out our activities with strict adherence to the teachings of Christianity in general and the Catholic Church in particular. Despite this, our admissions and academic […] - [College History](https://franco.edu.gh/college-history/): History of St. Francis College of Education St. Francis College of Education was the first catholic institution established in the Lower Volta Vicariate in 1908 by the German SCD missionaries on a parcel of land donated by Bla, Kpeme, and Abansi. It was then called St. Augustine’s College. It was reopened the third time on 14th February, 1947 and named St. Francis’ College with St. Francis Xavier as the Patron Saint. The College is now under the Episcopal jurisdiction of HO Diocese headed by His Lordship Most Rev. Francis Kofi Anani Lodonu. The founding fathers were Rev. Fr. Bucking, Rev. […] - [Home](https://franco.edu.gh/): News & Updates View all news News WOMEN EMPOWERMENT NOT A FIGHT BETWEEN SEXES Mawuli Tito Apr 08, 2025 News FRANCO IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THOMAS MORE UNIVERSITY, BELGIUM. Mawuli Tito Apr 17, 2024 News ST. FRANCIS CoE SUPPORT FLOOD VICTIMS Mawuli Tito Nov 20, 2023 News PRINCIPAL’S SPEECH TO CONGREGATION Mawuli Tito Jun 26, 2023 Welcome to FRANCO The College has had good academic records despite all odds. In the maiden Diploma in Basic Education results (2007), FRANCO topped all Colleges by placing first. The products of the College can be found in all sectors of the Ghanaian and world […] - [Media Relations](https://franco.edu.gh/media-relations/): In The News Press Releases Social Media Photo Library Contact Media Relations If you’re a journalist looking for information about the University, an expert to interview for a story, or researching a popular topic, the media relations team can help. Our community is being called to reimagine the future. As the only university where a renowned design school comes together with premier colleges, we are making learning more relevant and transformational. Aliquam lorem ante, dapibus in, viverra quis, feugiat a, tellus. 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