Teacher Appreciation Blog

Teacher’s Day is one of the most-awaited days that teachers are really looking forward to. They may not be that obvious with their excitement, but they are once that day approaches. And to celebrate this momentous event, usually, the school celebrates it in a serious manner. Perhaps there are some things that would make the celebration more different; do you agree?

Funny moments would actually make the celebration more enthusiastic. Yes, there may be teary-eyed moments where people might be too sentimental during this event, but appreciation would be more appreciated it if we add funny things in the event. If you want samples, here are funny poems as examples for teacher appreciation gifts.

Here are some that would make you feel tickled.

English Lecture Coma
- James Grengs

I think I know
What it feels like to slip into a coma.
I am sitting,
My teacher is rambling,
And my senses are going.
Slowly,
I slip
Into
Darkness…

Bored To Death
- Leila Light

I am in class taking anatomy & physiology lecture
Oh! I am so tired I can not even stare at the teacher
He is so talkative & talks too much, as he has a PHD in literature
I can not even take a note, I do not care
I can not wait to see him walk out through the door.
Monday is always boring
But, not as boring as that old slim teacher, who moves like a string
I can’t take it anymore shall ask permission

Where do all the teachers go?
- Peter Dixon

Where do all the teachers go
When its four o’clock?
Do they live in houses
And do they wash their socks?

Do they wear pajamas?
And do they watch TV?
And do they pick their noses
The same as you and me?

Do they live with other people
Have they mums and dads?
And were they ever children
And were they ever bad?

Did they ever, never spell right
Did they ever make mistakes?
Were they punished in the corner
If they pinched the chocolate flakes?

Did they ever lose their hymn books
Did they ever leave their greens?
Did they ever scribble on the desktop
Did they wear old dirty jeans?

I’ll follow one back home today
I’ll find out what they do
Then I’ll put it in a poem
That they can read to you.

Because we value our teachers, that is why teachers appreciation day exist. This profession throughout the world is acknowledged as the premier noble line of career ever. Without them no other career could be real for the total knowledge of all commence from them.

In the United States, they raised the qualifications of their candidates, train, and offer to pay them more as published by the report in US educational system. It was declared by Andreas Schleicher- the leader of the (Directorate for Education) Indicators and Analysis Division at the (OECD) Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, and is as well as a professor at University of Heidelberg in Germany -

“Despite the characterization of some that teaching is an easy job, with short hours and summers off, the fact is that successful, dedicated teachers in the U.S. work long hours for little pay and, in many cases, insufficient support from their leadership.”

With all the teachers’ effort, they deserve to appreciate during teachers day. This issue was tackled in a conference recently organized by the federal Department of Education. There are ministers and leaders of teachers’ unions gathered together from sixteen countries together with the state superintendents from 9 different states in America.

Arne Duncan, the Secretary of Education in the US, hoped that those educational leaders presented there would share their useful strategies in that conference for raising the achievement of students.

Top-scoring 3 countries in International Achievement Test are:

1. Korea
2. Singapore
3. Finland

These mentioned countries recruit only high performance of college graduates for job positions in teaching, as well as supporting them with mentoring, whereas other assist in the classroom, and of course, take steps to elevate the respect for this profession. Chiefly in South Korea, they acknowledged their teachers as the ‘nation builders,’ and every teachers day they widely heed its importance.

Due to United States eagerness to support every American student’s achievement, that is why the conference was held, wherein the meeting occurs in a period when teachers’ privileges, roles and their responsibilities are being generally debated in the nation.

Certainly, no matter how the teachers give their effort but they lack support from the government, things won’t be achieving. Thus, “You can spend a lot of money on education, but if you don’t spend it wisely, on improving the quality of instruction, you won’t get higher student outcomes,” according to Mr. Schleicher.

Do you know when is the most wonderful opportunity for students to extend their sincere gratitude towards their teachers? Well, normally it’s the Teacher Appreciation Day. This is the perfect time they can express their appreciation and for letting teachers know that they have become an influence in their lives.

There are also various ways they can celebrate this special day. To spice up the celebration, you may include riddles or jokes that would really make your teachers laugh out so loud. The following lists below are a collection of funny teacher jokes. Enjoy reading.

Fun at Kindergarten

On a special Teacher’s Day, a kindergarten teacher was receiving Teacher Day gifts. The Florist’s son handed her a gift.
She shook it and held it over her head, and said, “I bet I know what it is….some flowers.”
“That’s right!” said the boy.
“But how did you know?”
“Just a wild guess,” she said.

The next pupil was the candy store owner’s daughter.
The teacher held her gift overhead, shook it, and said, “I bet I can guess what it is…a box of candy.”
“That’s right! But how did you know?” asked the girl.
“Just a lucky guess,” said the teacher.

The next gift was from the liquor store owner’s son. The teacher held it over her head but it was leaking.
She touched a drop of the leakage with her finger and tasted it. “Is it wine?” she asked.
“No,” the boy replied. The teacher repeated the process, touching another drop of the leakage to her tongue.
“Is it champagne?” she asked.
“No,” the boy replied.
The teacher then said, “I give up, what it is?”
The boy replied, “A puppy!”

Arithmetic Class

A teacher was having trouble teaching arithmetic to one little boy. So she said, “if you reached in your right pocket and found a nickel, and you reached in your left pocket and found another one, what would you have?”
“Someone else’s pants”.

Short Jokes for Teacher’s Day

Teacher: That’s quite a cough you have there, what are you taking for it?
Pupil: I don’t know teacher. What will you give me?

Teacher: In 1940, what were the Poles doing in Russia?
Pupil: Holding up the telegraph lines!

Teacher: I told you to stand at the end of the line?
Pupil: I tried, but there was someone already there!

Teacher: Johnny, you know you can’t sleep in my class.
Pupil: I know. But, maybe if you were just a little quieter, I could.

Q – Why was the head teacher worried?
A – Because there were so many rulers in the school!

“You can spend a lot of money on education, but if you don’t spend it wisely, on improving the quality of instruction, you won’t get higher student outcomes,”
- Andreas Schleicher

Teachers are appreciated in utmost common but enjoyable ways. During the Teachers Day, students pay tribute to this occasion in various manners. Some blow a party for them, while others give teacher appreciation poems. That’s honestly well enough to show that we pay tribute to our dearly respected teachers, right?

But things are more than what the eyes can see.

An article posted by Sam Dillon confirms that the United States should raise the status to improve its public schools “by recruiting more qualified candidates, training them better and paying them more, according to a new report on comparative educational systems.”

Teachers in the US were honestly not given the rightful tribute, just as Mr. Andreas Schleicher stated that teaching in the U.S. is unfortunately no longer a high-status occupation. “Despite the characterization of some that teaching is an easy job, with short hours and summers off, the fact is that successful, dedicated teachers in the U.S. work long hours for little pay and, in many cases, insufficient support from their leadership.”

According to O.E.C.D. data, a teacher’s average salary in the US was $44,172 in 2008 higher than the average of $39,426 across all O.E.C.D countries. But the salary level was 40% below the average salary of American college graduates. Studies were showing how Finland’s compensation to compare, its veteran teacher’s salary was 13 percent less than that of the average college graduate’s.

To wrap up everything, Mr. Schleicher pointed out that the United States spends too little on public education. This is an issue that the country is really taking heed and President Obama has responses toward the issue.

In your case, do you think teachers deserve a higher raise in terms of social and even financial status? Feel free to comment.

Personalized, though made simple becomes extremely favorable since you actually made simple things special. Mugs, desk accessories, and school supplies are just basic things a teacher need in her class. Yet, when given with sop much love and gratitude, this teacher appreciation gifts are indeed well-appreciated.

This teachers appreciation week, allow your teacher to make this day special. Give them simply personalized but stylish gifts that you think is a thing that they will really love. Here are the lists.

Desk Accessories
Desk accessories are very essential materials for teachers to be given since they highly needed these things throughout their working career. Every year, they have to buy almost the same lists of supplies and accessories just to make their work more efficient and credible.

Therefore, if you want to be personal in giving teacher appreciation gifts to them, then you are recommended to buy your favorite teachers their most utilized desk materials. You actually have lots of options to choose from: writing instruments like pens, pencils, and highlighters; organization materials like bags, cases, binders, and file folders; measuring and cut materials like scissors and rulers; and so much more.

These are very affordable, and you don’t mind thinking that the teacher won’t appreciate the gifts. These gifts are very practical and can really be a stylish way to give something to them.

Note cards and Notebooks
Note cards are very simple gifts. The thought of giving it and the words expressed to it is what honestly makes the gift very special. If you, a once-average-student becomes excellent because of the things your teacher imparts to you, surely, with your words of appreciation written in a simple note card would mean so much to your teacher. Mind you, she will be touched by it, as long as you express honesty and sincerity as to how she molded you to become a better person. That alone is a great expression of gratitude.

As for notebooks, a simple purchase of one simple notebook designed in simple decorations with your favorite teacher’s name is a heart-warming special gift for her. Even glitters with ribbons and designs especially made for her are simply amazing. It is a gift that will increase the smiles of the teacher.

Mugs and shirts
Are you capable of printing and designing t-shirts and mugs? Well, these are also gifts that we think is a gift worth giving to your favorite teachers. You may want to print a simple apple design as its words are printed as “Dylan is thankful for this wonderful teacher”. Every time they see these prints, they will always be reminded of how grateful they are that they had a student who is as grateful as you.

FAQ:

Why does teachers appreciation week is now being established to nearly all counties around the world?

Answer:

This is to show that teachers whom you meet in the classroom five days a week and 8 hours a day are not just simply there to meet you for their profession, rather they are the one who inspire in each student’s existence right from Kindergarten to college days; more than a parents, the teachers are the one who shape and bring individual up to be a good person.

As it is accurately stated, “A teacher’s goal is not to form students in his own image, rather, to develop students who can form their own image”.

The meaning of teachers in a student’s life is very significant because they are the one who give them inspiration. Their role is to change the lives of their students. The second importance of teachers in a student’s life is to inspire him/her. Subsequent to the academic they confer and the importance of their professional.

In fact there is actually another side of them which they are happier to flaunt; and this side is the friendly face of them. The part where student can see clearly that there is no gap when this side takes place, for teacher’s can also be a good listener. Even though that the importance of teachers does not necessary to be told, everyone should always remember that there are a few parts of anyone’s life where teachers are the only one can influence.

In the United States, teachers are given best priority by establishing a major event for teachers appreciation week showing as a gratitude for their importance to the students, to the schools, and to the whole society. Commencing since 1994, the teacher’s week event participated by more than one hundred of different foreign countries worldwide in different official dates. Education internationally conducted by and its 348 member organizations for the public campaign to highlight the significance of the teaching profession.

When this celebration is approaching, almost all the students prepare for teacher appreciation gifts as their thank you presents to their favorite teacher. The students in turn treat their teachers with respect and give them a present come deeply from their young hearts; showing their love and affection for their teacher by writing a poem or sending them is looked forward with big enthusiasm on the students and teachers part.

Come and be part of your school’s teachers appreciation week and wish them for a Happy Teachers Day!

Teachers are worth appreciating for, aren’t they? They’ve always been consistent in teaching us so many things, not just lessons for our brains, but even morals for our hearts as well. That is why, during Teacher’s Day, it is best recommendable to show them that they are special. If you are looking for teacher appreciation ideas, the following lists are collected especially done for you. Here are the lists.

Crafts
Artworks are very easy to do; even preschoolers can do a creative craft based on his or her ability and creativity. It actually matters based on age. On the kind of artwork, whether it would be made with paper, or wood, or recycled materials, it’s up to you. You can even make simple cards and gifts that sincerely writes the phrase “thank you teacher”. Mixed with colorful or creative artwork, it sure is incredible for a self-made gift made by yourself. Isn’t this great?

Recipes
Quick meals, breakfast deals, lunch idea, dinner entrees, cakes and cupcakes. Aren’t recipes delicious and thoughtful gifts for someone who is special during Teacher’s Day? Whether this could be a birthday, an anniversary, or thanksgiving, a self-made treat for a special occasion will always be considered special by someone who will be receiving such gifts.

Printable
If you don’t consider yourself in making crafts with all its cutting and pasting, you might want to do it in your desktop and make printable paperwork instead. coloring pages, games and puzzles, and party holiday printables are some of the lists.

Playtime
Is your teacher fond of sporty games, language learning, classic and family games, and even the silly and creative games? Spend quality time with them in playing these games be a playmate to him or her for a short while. Besides, time is the best gift you can give to someone who is dear to you.

Parties
Blow your one-of-a-kind teacher by giving her or him a party that he deserves. Whether you do it in your classroom as you let your whole classmates participate, or whisper your parents to do it for you, as long as it’s a party, its worthwhile! It doesn’t need to be very extravagant, you know; you can already blow a party with just a few meals and confetti.

Do you love your teachers? Knowing how they’ve become influential and inspiring to us makes us realize how grateful we are that we actually have them. Without them, we wouldn’t have become what we are now. Yes, we have our parents, but teachers are different. They are our mentors; our educators; our guide. A teacher’s imparting can either make or break our lives, that is why their role is very crucial.

Not all students may appreciate teachers in the US in particular; but if you do, you might want to express your appreciation by writing teacher poems to them. The following poems below are self-made poems written by ordinary students, if you might know. Nevertheless, they are able to express such things because they made these poems from their heart.

You might want to copy a teacher appreciation poem enlisted below. Or, you can take these poems as guidelines so that you can make your own teacher poem. Either ways, I hope the poems are helpful for you. Enjoy!

Why God Made Teachers
By Kevin William Huff

When God created teachers,
He gave us special friends
To help us understand His world
And truly comprehend
The beauty and the wonder
Of everything we see,
And become a better person
With each discovery.

When God created teachers,
He gave us special guides
To show us ways in which to grow
So we can all decide
How to live and how to do
What’s right instead of wrong,
To lead us so that we can lead
And learn how to be strong.

Why God created teachers,
In His wisdom and His grace,
Was to help us learn to make our world
A better, wiser place.

I Want To Be Like You
By: Joanna Fuchs

Thank you, teacher,
for being my life’s role model.
When I consider all you’ve taught me
and reflect on the kind of person you are,

I want to be like you—
smart, interesting and engaging,
positive, confident, yet unpretentious.

I want to be like you—
well-informed and easy to understand,
thinking with your heart as well as your head,
gently nudging us to do our best,
with sensitivity and insight.

I want to be like you—
giving your time, energy and talent
to ensure the brightest possible future
for each of us.

Thank you, teacher
For giving me a goal to shoot for:
I want to be like you!

We’ll Remember You
By: Joanna Fuchs

Thank you teacher for helping us
To learn what we need to know
We’ll all remember you
No matter where we go.

Thank you, teacher, for being
So nice and kind and good;
We like you so much, teacher,
We’d stay here if we could!

Have you sent appreciation poems on Facebook as celebration for the teacher appreciation week? If not, here’s your chance.

California – Facebook is now in open use for mentors to maximize their delivering of instruction in the classroom. The online tool is expected to help teachers conduct better communication with staff and students.

However, as part of the social media compliance, authorities have prescribed premiere books and educators guide into the usage of the social media. The “Facebook For Educators Guide” created by the Facebook expert, author, and mom, Linda Fogg Phillips along with two of the leading social media experts – Derek Baird and BJ Fogg.

The Facebook For Educators guide can be downloaded free at the Facebook Family Safety Center. The social media guide provide answers to frequently asked questions regarding Facebook and it’s proper usage. The guide also helps school administrators, teachers, and staff to design policies which is appropriate in every school settings. It also includes the quick guide to the useful tools to connect with students, and to teach parents on how they can encourage their children on digital citizenship.

The guide have been designed to minimize the risk of and double the benefits of social, digital, and mobile technologies in revolutionizing the education system. Social media introduces a modern method of communicating with staff and teachers – and combining the collective knowledge of experts in handling social media, there will be a big boost for teachers and students as well.

The guide gives teachers and parents a more useful way of using social media and it’s advantage. The guide presents seven of the main attributes to develop on using social media in teaching, primarily; developing and following certain Facebook policy for schools; encouraging students to follow such policies; staying updated with Facebook’s safety and privacy settings; promoting good citizenship in the digital world; taking advantage of Facebook’s pages and groups in using them for educational purposes; to embrace the social, digital, and mobile technology as part of the 21st century learning style; and to use Facebook as professional development resource.

The guide will definitely informed students so they will become responsible citizens online. And for our teachers, it would be very advantageous on their part – since they will have a one way communication with their fellow teachers, parents, and students as well. Online social media has lasting benefits but there are also risks to take heed of. Teacher appreciation week had passed and to think of, this is the best gift for our mentor in the system. The Facebook guide can be downloaded at www.facebook.com/safety. Download is free and definitely with no specific charges -so get your own copy now.

Teacher Appreciation Blog — Educational technologies are great aid for learning. As the world goes near to the future, different gadgets have been invented to revolutionize the way teachers deliver their lessons. The incorporation of certain technologies in the classroom has been proven to bring multiple benefits from teacher-student collaboration, longer retention, and motivation.

Technology in the classroom also accelerates the learning processes of students through digital illustrations and presentations of mathematical, and scientific subject matters. They are also exposed to unlimited sources of information and research to address their homework needs.

Most of these technologies have been developed with mobility and portability to maximize it’s effectiveness. For example, the monster-size computer before have been re-sized into mobile phones today. Teachers can easily log on to websites and social media through their smart phones.

Several of the usable educational technologies in the classroom are:

• Podcast
• IPads and iPods
• Digital Cameras and Videos
• Video Projectors
• Document Cameras
• GPS and Handheld
• USB drives
• Scanners
• Video Conference
• Drawing tablets

Many of these gadgets are can be used in general levels of education. Teachers on their part can develop their 21st century skills in handling technology in the classroom. These technologies are offered by the school system though and owned by the nation. However, as recession hits the US it might be not too promising to rely on multiple developments for the future.

But teachers can also make use of their own gadgets like their personal computer, iPad, and other personal digital items. Students on their part can appreciate the use of modern day methods compared to dusty books – especially the effective use of social media in learning.

Social media is a promising tool in delivering education. Students are hooked with the trendiness of the new age of socialising. In this context, the government can always find ways to use the wonders of social media into a more education-based paradigm. More than searching for teacher jokes online, the vast social media is an arena of filtered and unfiltered information which can be used to spin the wheel of education into its best quality.

In conclusion, all these educational technologies are to be considered to be the wings of the future for our education system. When you get to visit premiere universities and colleges like Harvard, Yale, MIT, and other online universities; you will get to realize that the future is not that far – and despite the recession, students can still be at their best education once they are aided with adequate educational technologies.

Education, technology, and teachers will always be partners. Without the other, the education system of the nation will even exist. And not only ordinary system, but a system where every student becomes the best they can be at life, reach for their goals, and become productive citizens of the nation in the present, unto the future.