Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was an illustrious Indian scholar and teacher.
In 1962, he became the second President of India. Some of his students showed
keen interest in celebrating his birthday which was on 5th September and
approached him with the same idea. Radhakrishnan then asked them to celebrate
the day as Teachers’ Day instead of his birthday and that would make him feel
honoured. Ever since, 5th September is dedicated to all the teachers across the
country, and celebrated as Teachers’ Day. This day is celebrated to honour and
acknowledge the contributions made by mentors, gurus, and teachers who play a
pivotal role in shaping the lives of children.
Importance
of Teachers’ Day
The significance of the day lies in the fact that educators and teachers
are a treasure trove of knowledge, which they impart to the up-and-coming
generation who, in turn, build a better world. Teachers help in building
intelligent population that governs on facts, logics, and reasons, and is not
swayed merely by emotions. This day is dedicated to teachers to show them how
important they are, to express the love that learners have for them and to
acknowledge teachers for their contribution.
Celebrating Teachers’ Day also helps children to understand the importance
of education and the crucial role that an educator plays in cultivating
effective learning. This way, the learners are able to appreciate, acknowledge
and respect the mentors, guides and teachers in their life that advice, counsel
and serve as effective tools of social metamorphosis.
The day reminds the learners or students to remain humble and express their
love and gratitude towards the educators, teachers and gurus who showed them
the path of success. The feeling of humility in learners ensures that they
remain grounded and that they have someone who is watching them, guiding them,
protecting them and who they can turn to during the hour of tide.
How Is Teachers’ Day Celebrated In India
This day is celebrated in India every year on the 5th September in every
school and college, and is marked by paying homage to the great scholar,
teacher and philosopher Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
Preparations for this day commence at least a fortnight in advance. Usually the
celebration takes place in the school or college amphitheatre or auditorium.
Students conduct a small prayer service followed by lightning of the lamp
by a teacher or principal. Special cultural programs, including dances and
skits are performed by students from respective classes. Some schools also
distribute awards to their teachers. Teachers are made to participate in
various games and celebratory songs and hymns are sung by the children.
The student council delivers speech highlighting the contributions and efforts of a teacher and thank their teaching staff for their patient ears, encouraging pat and unconditional love.
In some schools, students of class 11th and 12th dress up like their teachers and take on the roles of teachers by conducting classes. And sometimes even the teachers sit down in classes as a student and get taught by their students.
All the social media platforms are flooded with greetings and tributes to teachers. Some students and learners offer hand-made cards and presents to their teachers while others present bouquets.
In some schools and colleges, the alumni arrange a get-together especially to meet and greet their teachers and to make them feel valued and appreciate their efforts. They give gifts to their teachers as a token of love, respect and gratitude.
Role of Teachers in Our Life
All those who have been a part of any learning or training process or have
been through the education system are aware of the significance of teachers and
gurus. Teachers are like lightning lamps that spread knowledge, awareness, and
help channel the innate intelligence of students in something truly fulfilling
and enriching.
Mentors and teachers not only play a crucial role in imparting knowledge, but
they also help to inculcate compassion, empathy, and shape the perceptions of
learners. They are the ones who help students develop intellectually and
progress logically in life.
Conclusion
The hard-work and efforts that teachers put in building the future citizens of the nation should always be appreciated and applauded. And as they say, “It takes a big heart to shape little minds,’ celebrating Teachers’ Day is just a way of thanking and showing love to all those who have been a part of the student’s learning, development and have contributed in making them human.
Good morning
to all the teachers and my dear friends.
The light of
the world, the beacon in the dark and the hope that gives us strength to
survive, is our teacher. Today we celebrate Teachers' Day. A day, kept aside to
honour the gifted souls who work everyday to make sure that the future is bright for all
of us. Let us welcome all the teachers with a big round of applause.
On this
beautiful occasion, let us take the opportunity to convey our wishes to all our
teachers, who have given impeccable contribution in shaping us.
Every year
5th of September, we celebrate Teachers Day. It is a day filled with lots of
excitement, joy and happiness as students are eagerly looking forward to tell
their teachers how and why are they special to them. It is my honour to to talk
about our dear teachers on this wonderful occasion.
We celebrate
Teachers' day on 5th of September every year in India. September 5th is marked
by the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan and the Teachers' day
is celebrated in commemoration of his birthday. Along with being a successful
leader in the form of the President of the Country, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was great scholar and an
excellent teacher.
Students
across the country celebrate this day to pay respect and thank their teachers.
Teachers are the back bone of our society. They spear head change by shaping
and building students' personality and make them ideal citizens of the country.
As one looks
at the great impact on the growth, development and well being of the students
and nation, one must agree that teaching is a noble profession.
There is a
saying that teachers are greater than the parents. Parents give birth to a
child whereas teachers mould that child's personality and provide a bright
future. Apart from academics, teachers stand by us at every step to guide,
motivate and inspire to become better people.
They are the
source of knowledge and wisdom. From them leads the ideas and thougts , that
one day each one of use will use to provide back into this society. I would
like to extend my gratitude to every teacher for selffless service and dynamic
support. We are always grateful to you.
Thank you
everyone.
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