May 6-10 was Teacher Appreciation Week this year, but in an era of headlines and concern about burnout and stress, I join many others who believe teachers should be applauded and deeply appreciated all year long. We know teachers are not sufficiently valued in our society if we measure their worth by money— yet after parents, teachers are probably the greatest influencers and … [Read more...] about Appreciating teachers
Teacher Appreciation Week
These elementary educators share 314 years of experience and gratitude
Teacher Appreciation Week spans several days in May, yet a teacher’s impact can last a lifetime. Nationally, the average length of service for one teacher at one school is eight years. The numbers look different at Byron Kilbourn Elementary School, a K3-5 school on Milwaukee’s northwest side. Eleven Kilbourn teachers have more than 300 years of combined teaching experience, … [Read more...] about These elementary educators share 314 years of experience and gratitude