Every year around the globe, teachers, educators and lecturers celebrate their professional holiday. In 2024, in the middle of autumn (on a common date), millions of grateful students will solemnly congratulate their mentors on Teacher's Day. This is an excellent occasion to once again express kind words of gratitude and gratitude for the hard, but very noble work.
World Teacher's Day
Although they have joined the celebration of Teacher's Day at the international level relatively recently, in 2024 it will be celebrated in our state at the same time as most other countries. On what date to appoint a significant professional date, the leadership of UNESCO determined back in 1994.Since then, every year, employees of educational organizations accept congratulations on October 5.
History of occurrence
The holiday date was not chosen by chance. At an intergovernmental conference organized in 1966 in the capital of France, they adopted the first document defining the conditions under which teachers should work. International recommendations gave rise to the widespread recognition of the activities of teachers and how necessary, important and honorable they are.
Even before the decision of UNESCO in the Soviet Union, the holiday was celebrated on the first Sunday of October, since 1965 it was approved by the decision of the Presidium of the Supreme Council.
Together with the Russian Federation, many other countries celebrate a significant holiday on October 5:
- UK;
- Germany;
- Canada;
- Maldives;
- Netherlands;
- Pakistan;
- Philippines;
- Estonia.
There are over 100 in total.
Noble profession
Teaching share and professional duty - not only to educate their wards, but also to educate them, forming positive personality traits. A good mentor gives a great start to future adulthood, aiming students for success and achievement. The profession can be classified as creative. It is difficult to work without being able to find an individual approach to any of the students who must master the material covered, regardless of ability and level of logical thinking.
Getting a special pedagogical education in colleges, institutes or universities, future workers in the field of education master not only specialized subjects, but also acquire the skills of educational activities.Without the fundamental personal qualities of a teacher - willingness to help, benevolence and selflessness, it is difficult to create conditions for the comprehensive development of children, educating them in the desire for self-improvement.
Celebration traditions
In 2024, Teacher's Day falls on Saturday - a day off for most employees of educational organizations and institutions. This does not prevent students from congratulating their favorite teachers in advance, thanking them for their worthy work, wishing good and he alth, giving bouquets of flowers and presenting gifts as a sign of gratitude.
Many schools have already acquired their own traditions. In honor of the professional holiday, teachers are pleased:
- with congratulatory lines;
- designing themed wall newspapers;
- ceremonial events;
- creative concerts - prepared by the students themselves or with the invitation of music, dance groups;
- self-government days.
An important date is a worthy occasion to award teachers who have achieved success in their work with certificates of honor and gratitude, to announce the victory in the "Teacher of the Year" competition or the title of "Honorary Worker of Education of the Russian Federation" , to present awards - badges and medals . Other countries also have their own traditions, celebrating Teacher's Day, the people of Mexico have noisy parties. In Thailand, it is customary to present trays to teachers, on which fresh fruits are laid, decorated with flowers and lit decorative candles. Argentina declared this date a public holiday, fixing the decision at the state level.
Examples of gifts
As a rule, no prepared present is complete without a bouquet of flowers and a sweet addition - a cake, a box of chocolates, beautifully packaged cakes. They may also come with a high-quality coffee jar or tea set, as well as a basket of exotic fruits.
As the main gift, many choose something decorative:
- graceful vases;
- cute souvenirs;
- various paintings - from reproductions of famous masters, embroideries and tapestries to portraits of teachers made by professional artists, and LED options;
- wall panels;
- textiles.
The main thing is that things should match the taste of the recipient. Also, items that will be useful in the process of work will be a great gift:
- a set of pens (including personalized ones), pencils, markers or felt-tip pens;
- beautiful coated notepads, albums, notebooks, diaries;
- laser pointers;
- designer flash drives;
- scratch cards;
- wall calendars.
You can also focus on the teacher's hobby. Flawless option - a good, well-published book. International Teacher's Day is an important professional date for all educators - they really have something to respect and thank for. When congratulating your beloved teacher, it is important to remember that the intentions are sincere, and the words of gratitude are spoken from the heart.
