NLIS 4
February 14, 2005
(Education)
Minister celebrates
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week
Education Minister Tom Hedderson is
pleased to take the opportunity today to remind all Newfoundlanders
and Labradorians that February 13-19 is Teacher/Staff Appreciation
Week.
"I had the privilege of working alongside some inspiring individuals
during my 20-year career as a teacher and principal," said Minister
Hedderson. "I watched their dedication and commitment each day as
they engaged and encouraged their students. The success our students
achieve is due in no small part to the learning environments created
and nurtured by our teachers, support staff and school volunteers.
"Educators in this province consistently demonstrate a level of
performance and teaching excellence that has resulted in the
significant gains we have seen in student achievement, as measured
by international assessments such as PISA. However, leaders do more
than foster growth in learning. They are mentors and role models for
our young people."
Sponsored annually by the Canadian Home and School Federation,
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week encourages everyone to recognize the
important contribution of teachers and school staff to the lives of
children and their education. Information and ideas to celebrate
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week can be found at
//www.teacherstaffappreciation.com
Media contact: Lynn Salter, Communications, (709) 729-0048, or (709)
685-5000
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