Teacher Appreciation — More Than Just a Week?

Randi Weingarten, President, American Federation of Teachers

There have been countless wonderful tributes to teachers over the course of this Teacher Appreciation Week. Like many others who have given shout outs to teachers this week — I’ve thought of Mr. Swift and Ms. Gaffney — teachers who made a huge difference in my life. Teachers deserve these accolades and more.

There is nothing nobler than to be a teacher — it is an ongoing act of service that empowers our children and shapes our future. In return, the primary things teachers request are the tools, time and trust they need to do their jobs.

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