Thursday, October 10, 2013

LXI - Day Of Teachers 2013

            Next Tuesday is celebrated the day of teachers, so this is my little tribute for these very important professionals. This is a summary of three articles. The first with the title of, "Teacher appreciation gifts ideas." Published at http://www.zimbio.com/Teacher+Appreciation+Day/articles?Sort=date&Page=8. The second with the title of, "Statement by U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan recognizing teacher appreciation week. May 6-10,2013." Published at  https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/statement-us-secretary-education-arne-duncan-recognizing-teacher-appreciation-we. The third with the title of, "Importance of teachers." Published at http://www.buzzle.com/articles/importance-of-teachers.html

           Our teachers spend all of their time to help students succeed and rarely think about themselves. Some teachers affects eternity, he can never tell where his/her influence stops. Do not our teachers need some recognition, feedback and appreciation for a job well done? Do not they mean a lot to the success of our children`s  present and future? Then let show our appreciation for our teachers and tell them just how important they are to society. Why wait until an important holiday to give them a thank you, let is do it now! Many people agree that being a teacher is one of the hardest jobs in the world. So do not stingy in your recognition to confirm that the work of  teachers is great and valued. 
           "Teachers are central to every community. Each day, they come to school ready to tackle a job that is critically important, complex, and at times heartbreaking. In essence, teachers help others to become their best selves and I can not think of more important work. Teacher Appreciation Week is a time to recognize the work of teachers and to listen to their perspective on ways we can continue improving our schools. It is our responsability to make sure that all teachers have the tools, time and professional development to be the very best they can be. And every member of our society has a part to play in supporting our teachers and students. This is a moment to say thank you to teachers for everything that they give in the name of helping students achieve. Teaching is an art, a science, and a public service, and I thank all teachers for their relentless efforts."
           The influence a teacher has on students may not be direct or obvious, but traces of his/her ideals, principles and values trickle into the psyche of students. These, then, find the way they conduct themselves in various walks of their lives. This phenomenon is what we call inspiration. All teachers impart valuables life lessons to their students. In essence the best teachers is one who can awaken in students a thirst for knowledge. Here lies the greatest importance of a teacher, show students the way to accumulate knowledge. A good teacher is one who enforces a sense of management in students, be it management of time, space, resources, or conflict. Young students are individuals who are dealing with changes in their lives, physical and psychological. They are who that also need motivation. The mere knowledge that someone believes in them, that someone knows that they will get up if they fall, is a huge confidence booster. This knowledge itself can inject encouragement in the students. This kind of moral support strengthens the trust of a student in his/her teacher and we all know how far we can go when urged by the people we trust. A teacher can be an inspiration to millions without even knowing it. With the way they teach, connect and bring out the best, teachers play a very important role in the self-improvement efforts of students. Teachers are not restricted to educational institutions alone. If you ever met anyone who touched your life in any of the aforementioned ways, thank life for introducing you to a wonderful teacher when you were not even looking for one!