This House resolution (H. Res. 1254), introduced May 4, 2026, thanks elementary and secondary school teachers and promotes National Teacher Appreciation Week from May 4 through May 8, 2026. The text says education and knowledge are the foundation of the country's strength and that teachers deserve respect for their dedication. It lists two purposes for the week: to raise public awareness of teachers' contributions and to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession. The resolution encourages students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to recognize the week. Sponsors listed include Representatives Sam Graves, Wesley Bell, Emanuel Cleaver, Mark Alford, and Shri Thanedar. The resolution was referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce and is in progress.
The resolution expresses thanks to elementary and secondary teachers and asks communities to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4–8, 2026. It encourages people such as students, parents, school leaders, and public officials to observe the week and show respect for teachers. The text does not create programs or direct funding.
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The resolution’s text says education and knowledge are a foundation of current and future strength, and it states that teachers and education staff have earned and deserve respect for their dedication to students and communities. It describes the week’s purposes as raising public awareness of teachers’ unquantifiable contributions and promoting greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession.
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