Teacher Appreciation Week
First launched in 1984 by the National PTA, Teacher Appreciation Week is a time to celebrate and express gratitude for the teachers in your life.
Summary: First launched in 1984 by the National PTA, Teacher Appreciation Week is a time to celebrate and express gratitude for the teachers in your life. Nonprofits, PTA organizations and schools typically hold events, express gratitude or give gifts of appreciation to teachers and educators. The dates for Teacher Appreciation Week vary each year, but it typically takes place during the beginning of May.
What to say: “Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!” is a fine greeting. The National Education Association (NEA) encourages both educators and their supporters to support Teacher Appreciation Week. Participants and educators can text CELEBRATE to 48744 to either express their gratitude to teachers or receive messages of support. Celebrate your favorite educators on social media using the hashtags #WeHearYou and #ThankATeacher. The National PTA has a Teacher Appreciation Week toolkit for participants to use.