National Teacher Day

May 7, 2013

Great Teachers Make Great Public Schools

On National Teacher Day, May 7, 2013, thousands of communities take time to honor their local educators and acknowledge the crucial role teachers play in making sure every student receives a quality education.

What's New?

Meet high school science teacher Jeff Charbonneau, the 2013 National Teacher of the Year.
Congratulations to the five outstanding teachers who have been selected for induction into the National Teachers Hall of Fame as members of the Class of 2013.

Help Us Spread the Word!

Join our celebration by updating your social media to thank a teacher. On Tuesday, May 7, change your Facebook status to thank a teacher who made a difference in your life. Or change your profile and cover photos with images from our NEA Today Facebook page.

Send appreciation messages on Twitter. Be sure to use our #thankateacher hashtag.

Sample posts:

If you can write your name, #thankateacher
If you followed your dreams, #thankateacher
If you can read, #thankateacher

Resources for Celebrating National Teacher Day

Information on the Teaching Profession

Educators: What Would You Like for National Teacher Day?

National Teacher Day is a time to thank the nation’s teachers for all you do. And the best way to be thanked is to be respected as the professionals you are. So, tell us, how can parents, students, politicians, and administrators best show you some respect?

You’re a Classroom Superhero

Educators like you are rising to superhero-like challenges every day. Classroom Superheroes enables students, parents, and community members to voice their appreciatons for your work.