It’s Teacher Appreciation Week!

In the US alone, an estimated 3 million teachers work daily to educate K-12 students. That’s 3 million individuals taking on so much yet asking little in return. Teacher Appreciation Week offers an opportunity to give back, say thanks and celebrate our classroom heros.

What is Teacher Appreciation Week?

Teacher Appreciation Week is a wonderful opportunity to recognize the significant contributions of our educators. Every year, people around the world celebrate in the first week of May to show their gratitude for teachers and their dedication to education. 

The History

In 1944, Mattye White Woodridge, an Arkansas school teacher, wrote to politicians and educational professionals stressing the need for a day to appreciate teachers. Nearly a decade later, the idea was introduced to Congress by none other than Eleanor Roosevelt. In 1953, Roosevelt convinced Congress that a specific day, dedicated to recognizing teachers and their capabilities was necessary.

Despite the support, it took a long time to get the cogs rolling and 27 years later, after the National Education Association joined arms with school boards, it finally became an official national holiday, known as Teacher Appreciation Day. Originally celebrated on March 7, in 1984, the holiday was moved to the current date in May and a year later was transformed from a single day to an entire weeklong celebration!

By celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week, we can show our gratitude, support, and encouragement for our teachers’ work and their passion for education. Let’s make Teacher Appreciation Week 2023 one to remember for all the educators in our lives!

This year, we’ve joined forces with We Are Teachers through their Teacher Appreciation Giveaway. They’re giving away some amazing prizes including a Marty the Robot! Don’t miss out—enter the giveaway on May 12th 2024 for your chance to WIN!

Or, you can request a two-week FREE trial with Marty the Robot. We’ll even cover shipping & collection costs and provide virtual training for teachers.