This day is commemorated as an homage to the invaluable contributions rendered by educators to society through the imparting of knowledge, illumination, and the molding of students' careers. The observance of this day holds significant popularity across numerous countries worldwide. For students, this occasion stands as an opportunity to express reverence and heartfelt gratitude towards teachers, acknowledging their selfless dedication to shaping students' careers and enhancing the educational framework. The date of this special event varies across countries around the globe. In India, it falls on the 5th of September each year, while China observes it on the 10th of September annually. The observance in each nation is typically linked to distinguished personalities or remarkable achievements in the realm of education.
India has celebrated this day since 1962 in commemoration of the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan, an eminent thinker, philosopher, and educator. Throughout the nation, tributes are paid to the renowned scholar and former president, Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan, on this day.
In Bhutan, Teacher's Day is observed on May 2nd every year, marking the birth anniversary of the third king, who introduced modern educational systems to the country. This day allows Bhutanese students to pay homage to their teachers and the great leaders of the nation.
Educational institutions invest considerable effort in preparing elaborate celebrations for this occasion. The festivities typically commence with a heartfelt Teachers' Day speech, extending respect and gratitude to the teachers for their invaluable contributions. This is often succeeded by a series of vibrant cultural performances, feasts, and various activities that lend a special and memorable air to the event.
Traditional customs of celebrating involve presenting vivid flowers, exquisite Teachers' Day cards, or gifts as tokens of affection and admiration for the teachers. However, students frequently devise innovative approaches to honor Teachers' Day. Some opt for creatively designed and appealing Teachers' Day greeting cards embellished with poignant quotes and messages, expressing their unwavering gratitude and capturing the essence of the event's wonderful moments. Others choose charming and widely recognized Teachers' Day quotes to convey their profound affection for their teachers.
In contemporary times, sending animated or e-greeting cards has gained traction. These Teachers' Day Greetings e-cards are freely available and have become a favored medium to convey warm wishes and heartfelt emotions to teachers. Additionally, sending Teachers' Day SMS messages is a popular and modern mode of extending wishes. SMS messages hold the advantage of swift delivery and rarely go unnoticed. To cater to diverse linguistic preferences, these messages are available in various languages.
Presently, expressing wishes through Facebook messages and uploading e-card greetings has gained widespread popularity. This year, Bajo HSS is set to celebrate Teacher's Day by planting tree saplings around Bajo town. Around 900 saplings will be individually planted by both teachers and students. Each participant will be entrusted with the care of a sapling, including responsibilities like watering and fertilization. This initiative will also serve as a class competition, with each sapling bearing a name tag of its caregiver. Over time, Bajo town will transform into a verdant landscape as a result of this endeavor, supported by the PHPA II environment sector. This initiative was initially championed by Sir Passang Tshering. The sapling planting will commence at approximately 7:30 AM, followed by a series of programs, likely organized by the student body.
As individuals who have all been students at some juncture of our lives, we have all reaped the benefits of our teachers' guidance. The celebration of Teachers' Day presents an exceptional opportunity for us to express our profound gratitude and admiration to our teachers. On this auspicious occasion, I extend my heartfelt thanks to all the teachers who have played a significant role in shaping my life. "In teaching, you cannot see the fruit of a day's work. It is invisible and remains so, maybe for twenty years." – Jacques Barzun.
