The month of September has arrived. Today, 1st September commemorates Teacher’s Day. It is a very special day set aside to remember, thank and celebrate the efforts of those who have set aside part of their lives to groom the leaders of the future, students. Indeed, it is a memorable, significant and joyous day for all teachers and students to remember. It is not a simple job of purely academic teachings; a teacher has to be able to give students a holistic education where students are able to learn more than what a textbook can offer and take learning beyond the borders of the classrooms and into our lives.
Thus, by being a teacher, you are actually taking up one of the most noble jobs on Earth itself, it is a job where you have to really put your heart & soul into it so that you can help groom talents to ensure that the future generation only improves! Teachers are essential to a society of any sort, as they allow students to tell right from wrong, black from white and what's important in our lives. They supplement the teachings and guidance parents have given to their children.
This is a shout out to all students - cherish your teachers for being there for you. Without them, you would not have been the person that you are today. Be thankful for the teachings that they have given you. Happy Teacher’s Day 2010 to all teachers! You guys rock!
In the spirit of Teacher's Day, We have asked people what Teacher's Day meant to them and this are what they have to say.
A very sweet and amazing IMI student who is filled with passion for IMI:
"Teacher's day is about being grateful to the teachers who have shown dedications and nobly set aside a major part of their life to nature the student."
Sheldon:
"I think that teachers are awesome and they have played a very big role in my life by giving me tender loving care."
Hikaru:
"Teachers are the one who gave me passion and life in learning. Their guidances have also gave me many opportunities in my life."
Ms Maya:
"It's a time for me to reflect on whether I have been a good teacher to my students - I take some time out to reflect on how I can be a better teacher to touch the lives of more students and make a difference in their lives."
Ms Natasha Low, Lecturer of IMI:
"Teacher's day is more like an acknowledgement to my colleagues who have given support and encouragement to their students."
Mr Peter Choy, Course Manager of IMI:
"It reminds me of my mission to teach the young so that beside being able to make a living for their lives, they could also impact the world positively."
As a tribute to all the noble teachers out there who have set aside a major part of their lives to nurture us, we, the future leaders of tomorrow, have manifested our gift in several creatively done comics just for you, sincerely from the bottom of our hearts.
Have a Joyous, Happy, Meaningful and Memorable TEACHER'S DAY!