May 4, 2020

Media Advisory

What:         Teacher Appreciation Week celebrated with Cinco de Mayo themed parade
                    Families to line parade route with signs of appreciation
 
Who:          Zada Fowler, Will Rogers Academy principal
                    Will Rogers Academy teachers, families and students
 
When:         May 5 (Tues) – 11 a.m.
 
Where:        Will Rogers Academy, 620 McIlvaine St.
 
Teacher Appreciation Week is happening May 4-8. One local school has planned a Teacher Appreciation Week parade to coincide with Cinco de Mayo celebrations on May 5. Families have been asked to line the parade route with handmade signs with heartfelt words of appreciation. 
 
In addition to the celebratory activities of Will Rogers Academy, other SAISD schools are observing this special week by thanking teachers with surprise gifts, meal deliveries and additional parades.
 
While teachers are appreciated every day for the work that they do, this week is dedicated to highlighting what their dedication means to children everywhere. 
 
This year, especially, is meaningful. When a global pandemic sidetracked in-person instruction, teachers upped their game yet again. After fast-tracking their own professional development in online classroom environments, teachers quickly transitioned to virtual classrooms – complete with engaging lessons and social-emotional outreach. 
 
They have proven that even in the face of adversity the teacher-student bonds are as strong as ever.