ThereBԪַs no school on Saturdays but thatBԪַs not stopping a global recognition of teachers.
, on Oct. 5, was originally coordinated by Unesco in 1994. Over 100 countries now take part in the annual event.
This yearBԪַs theme is Young Teachers: The future of the Profession.
BԪַWe call upon governments to make teaching a profession of first choice for young people,BԪַ said Unesco director Audrey Azoulay in a statement.
BԪַWe also invite teacher unions, private sector employers, school principals, parent-teacher associations, school management committees, education officials and teacher trainers to share their wisdom and experiences in promoting the emergence of a vibrant teaching force.
BԪַAbove all, we celebrate the work of dedicated teachers around the world who continue to strive every day to ensure that BԪַinclusive and equitable quality educationBԪַ and the promotion of BԪַlifelong learning opportunities for allBԪַ become a reality in every corner of the globe.BԪַ
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BԪַWorld TeachersBԪַ Day commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of the 1966 ILO/UNESCO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers,BԪַ according to Unesco.
BԪַThis recommendation sets benchmarks regarding the rights and responsibilities of teachers and standards for their initial preparation and further education, recruitment, employment, and teaching and learning conditions.BԪַ
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In B.C., the day of recognition was first observed in 2017.
This year students will have to wait until Monday to leave apples on their favourite teacherBԪַs desk.
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