04 Jun 2023

Teachers day should be a day to acknowledge the educators role as torch bearers of knowledge for many.

As such all should celebrate with them their multi-tasking techniques they use to teach while laying a foundation for a bright future.

The Assistant Human Resource Manager from DeBeers Diamond Trading Company Ms Malebogo Moeti said this during the Teachers Day celebration in Rasesa on Friday.  

“Your tireless efforts, passing and dedication shape the future generation and lay the foundation for a brighter tomorrow,” she said

Ms Moeti who has also been in the teaching sector before joining the diamond industry said she was proud of teachers because they change lives, inspire dreams and push the limits of human potential.

She said the teacher’s role in the classroom, society and the world at large should not be overlooked as doctors, lawyers and presidents among other professions are molded by teachers.

“Despite the trials and the daily challenges you face in the classroom, you should be proud for producing well rounded citizens who some are part of the economy.”

Ms Lesego Masitara, the Chief Education Officer said the theme Teach Today, Touch Lives Forever was relevant as teachers continued to make impact curving future for the learners.

She said teachers acted as support system in student’s lives with the ability to shape opinions and helped shape ideas about the society, life and personal goals.

Ms Masitara said the resilience and dedication shown by teachers during the recent global pandemic should not be overlooked as they continued to equip the students with the skills they needed to succeed amid the pandemic.

“During the COVID-19 pandemic, our teachers quickly adapted to remote teaching, utilised innovative technologies and found creative ways to connect with their students once again reminding us of their indomitable spirit,” Ms Masitara said. She encouraged parents to appreciate the profound effect the teachers had on their children’s lives by partnering with them in shaping the minds and characters of the children.  

She continued to say technological advancements in schools brought by the government should be embraced by teachers ease learning.

Botswana Primary Teachers Association chief wing Ms Veronicah Pheko said the theme was suitable as the teacher’s reward was neither monetary nor material but is measured by the results.

Pheko said teaching imparts knowledge and values which helped young minds to develop perceptions which one lived forever

“It is important to note that a teacher is always within us, embedded deep inside our subconscious mind and there is more to teaching than just imparting knowledge. It is about providing others with the situations in which they can learn more,” Pheko said.

She said as the Teacher Trade Unions and Associations, they strived towards driving the presidential Reset agenda, and education ministry’s digitisation as the buzzword in the 21st century.  ENDS