Teacher Appreciation Week 2010

Teacher Appreciation Week 2010 occurs on the first full week of May in the United States. Teacher Appreciation Day 2010, also known as National Teacher Day 2010, is on Tuesday, May 4, 2010. Outside the U.S., many other country celebrate Teacher Appreciation every October 5 on World Teachers Day 2010.

According to Wikipedia, the state of Massachusetts adopted September 11 as Teachers' Day back in 1976, and still sets the first Sunday of June as its own Teachers’ Day. However, the National Education Association and the National PTA recognize Teacher Appreciation Week as the first full week of May, annually.

Typical Teacher Appreciation Day gift ideas from school staff or administration may include gift certificates, lunch, and gift baskets. If your faculty has a teacher appreciation ceremony, this is a great opportunity to have a few laughs along side the recognition. Download our funny teacher awards and put a smile on everyone's face.

Students often show appreciation for their teachers with token, often handmade, gifts or e-cards. For a last-minute gift idea, consider this free printable teacher of the year award:

Download Free Teacher of the Year Award (PDF)

Remember to bookmark this site and check back regularly for ideas for teacher appreciation week, teacher appreciation day gifts, teacher appreciation week e-cards, and printable teacher appreciation certificates. We'll also give plenty of advice on how to host an unforgettable teacher appreciation event, teacher appreciation party, or teacher appreciation banquet.

When is Teacher Appreciation Week 2011? Remember to mark the first full week of May 2011 on your calendar for Teacher Appreciation Week 2011, and May 3, 2011 for National Teacher Appreciation Day 2011.

Free Teacher of the Year Award Certificate Template

In celebration of Teacher Appreciation Day May 5, we are giving away a FREE Teacher of the Year Award certificate template. You can type directly onto the certificate template before printing. Within seconds you'll have a unique award that will bring smiles to your favorite teacher! Just click the link below to download the PDF and enjoy!

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There's even an area to write your own customized message. This could be serious or silly. Here are some ideas:

• For inspiring me to achieve my greatest potential.
• For your hard work, dedication, and patience.
• You deserve a raise. But for now, this free award will have to do!

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Teacher Appreciation Day 2009

Teacher Appreciation Day occurs on Tuesday of the first full week of May in the United States. Also known as National Teacher Day, Teacher Appreciation Day 2009 is on Tuesday, May 5, 2009. The entire week is known as Teacher Appreciation Week (May 3 - May 9, 2009). Outside the U.S., many other country celebrate Teacher Appreciation every October 5, World Teacher's Day.

According to the National Education Association (NEA) website, Congress declared March 7, 1980, as National Teacher Day - but for that one year only. NEA continued to unofficially celebrate the day every March, until the NEA Representative Assembly voted to change the event to Tuesday of the first full week of May beginning in 1985.

Popular Google searches for the holiday include teacher appreciation ideas, teacher appreciation gifts, teacher appreciation certificates, teacher appreciation event, teacher appreciation party, teacher appreciation banquet, and other similar searches.

Typical Teacher Appreciation Day gift ideas include gift certificates, lunch, and gift baskets. If your teaching staff has a sense of humor, you can always bring a few laughs into your recognition ceremony. These free funny teachers awards are sure to put a smile on everyone's face.

	Bermuda Triangle Award Is there a teacher at your school who just can't seem to get their stuff together? Would they lose their head if it wasn't attached? Celebrate the person who is always losing paperwork with this fun certificate. Download free Printable Certificate
	Kool and the Gang Teamwork Award When it's time to say well done to a group of teachers, single out the team that has shown excellence in Group Work. Celebrate their outstanding Teamwork with this funny gag certificate. Download Free Certificate
	Baryshnikov Award Navigating the education system takes great skill and prowess - especially in the public school sector. Celebrate a teacher's mastery of dancing around the issues with this fun award certificate. Download Free Printable Certificate
	Running with the Bulls Leadership Award Teaching kids takes courage and boldness. Within every school there is one fearless leader - a bold risk taker who isn't afraid to step out of the pack and take on new challenges. Celebrate their Fearless Leadership with this funny gag certificate. Download Free Printable Certificate
	Raisin Pay Appreciation Award Every teacher deserves a raise in pay - or maybe they just think they do. Show them you care without breaking the bank with this funny gag certificate of appreciation. Download free Certificate of Appreciation
	Download 101 Funny Awards Certificates! PDF download includes 101 Hilarious Printable Certificates + 6 Award Templates for making up your own Funny Teacher Awards! Download now and start using right away!

Remember to mark May 4, 2010 on your calendar for Teacher Appreciation Day 2010.

Funny Teacher Awards

We all know that school teachers are underpaid and under appreciated. While we can't count on the government to approve pay increases, we can do our part to give recognition and help our teachers feel appreciated. Why not reward school teachers at your next end of year awards ceremony with the gift of laughter? These funny teachers awards are sure to put a smile on everyone's face.

	Bermuda Triangle Award Is there a teacher at your school who just can't seem to get their stuff together? Would they lose their head if it wasn't attached? Celebrate the person who is always losing paperwork with this fun certificate. Download free Printable Certificate
	Kool and the Gang Teamwork Award When it's time to say well done to a group of teachers, single out the team that has shown excellence in Group Work. Celebrate their outstanding Teamwork with this funny gag certificate. Download Free Certificate
	Baryshnikov Award Navigating the education system takes great skill and prowess - especially in the public school sector. Celebrate a teacher's mastery of dancing around the issues with this fun award certificate. Download Free Printable Certificate
	Running with the Bulls Leadership Award Teaching kids takes courage and boldness. Within every school there is one fearless leader - a bold risk taker who isn't afraid to step out of the pack and take on new challenges. Celebrate their Fearless Leadership with this funny gag certificate. Download Free Printable Certificate
	Raisin Pay Appreciation Award Every teacher deserves a raise in pay - or maybe they just think they do. Show them you care without breaking the bank with this funny gag certificate of appreciation. Download free Certificate of Appreciation
	Download 101 Funny Awards Certificates! PDF download includes 101 Hilarious Printable Certificates + 6 Award Templates for making up your own Funny Teacher Awards! Download now and start using right away!