The Significance of Teacher Recognition Day
Since 1970, Teacher Recognition Day has provided a forum in which to honor
and reward the most outstanding public school teachers of Santa Clara County.
The Santa Clara County Office of Education coordinates the event with support
from the school districts, educational organizations, and dedicated community
and corporate sponsors, including National Semiconductor and the Santa Clara
County Federal Credit Union.
Teachers are selected by their school districts to be honored for exceptional
ability to achieve the following:
- communicate subject matter in an interesting, relevant, and effective
manner;
- use creative methods in classroom instruction;
- continually upgrade and update their own education through classes,
training, or staff development programs;
- participate in activities within the profession, keeping aware of issues
and trends, encouraging professionalism, and making a contribution;
- show a sincere commitment to be a champion for students, schools, and
community.
Teacher Recognition Day is conducted with these objectives in mind:
- to publicly recognize the efforts and contributions of educators
throughout Santa Clara County;
- to increase public awareness of the teacher’s responsibility in helping
our youth to develop their ideals and goals;
- to show appreciation for their many fine educational achievements;
- to acknowledge the many years of training that teachers undertake to
prepare for and stay current in their profession; and
- to strengthen ties between students and teachers, and to bring about a
greater understanding between generations.
One of the premier events of its kind in the country, Santa Clara County’s
Teacher Recognition Day has received a Golden Achievement – Exemplary Program
Award from the National School Public Relations Association.
Date last updated: July 28, 2004
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