India, May 5 -- As summer nears and the school year winds down, it's the perfect time to recognise our educators' dedication and hard work during National Teacher Appreciation Week, celebrated from Monday, May 5, to Friday, May 9. With National Teachers Day in the United States falling on Tuesday, May 6, this week offers a special opportunity to show gratitude to the teachers who shape our communities.

National Teacher Day was first celebrated in 1953, thanks to Eleanor Roosevelt's efforts, who championed the idea of honouring educators. Later, in 1985, the National Education Association (NEA) established Teacher Appreciation Week as an official, weeklong celebration to recognise the vital role teachers play in society.

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