Radio Commentary
Today is the California Day of the
Teacher, and it enables our community to salute some of the unsung heroes and
heroines in our midst.
Teachers embody our society's belief that universal public
education is key to meeting the challenges of a changing world.
They strive to
make every classroom an exciting environment where productive and useful
learning can take place and each student is encouraged to grow and develop.
Our teachers
reach out to foster the well-being of each student, regardless of ability,
social or economic background, race, or ethnic origin or religion.
Teachers also motivate individual students to find new
directions in life and reach high levels of achievement.
This year, May 6 to
May 10 was designated Teacher Appreciation Week by the National PTA. It is
a time for honoring teachers and recognizing the lasting contributions they
make to our communities.
It is fitting that this month we take time to remember and
salute the teachers who mold and educate our children and have such impact on
the future of our society.
I hope you all join me in saying “thanks” for their
patience, their dedication, their hard work and their results. They make a
difference every day and we are all very grateful.
