HRES 1254
Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
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This resolution recognizes the significant roles that elementary and secondary school teachers play in strengthening the United States’ civic, cultural, and economic foundations. It aims to increase public awareness and respect for the dedication of teachers and the teaching profession. The resolution specifically highlights National Teacher Appreciation Week, scheduled for May 4-8, 2026, and encourages various groups – students, parents, administrators, and public officials – to participate in honoring teachers. Ultimately, it seeks to promote a greater appreciation for educators’ contributions.
Key provisions
- Acknowledges the roles of elementary and secondary school teachers.
- Recognizes the contributions of teachers to civic, cultural, and economic well-being.
- Designates National Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4-8, 2026).
- Encourages public awareness of teachers’ contributions.
- Promotes respect and understanding for the teaching profession.
- Urges students, parents, administrators, and officials to participate in Teacher Appreciation Week.
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- Elementary and secondary school teachers
- Students
- Parents
- School administrators
- Public officials
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
H. RES. 1254
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
RESOLUTION
Recognizing the roles and contributions of elementary and secondary school teachers in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
Whereas education and knowledge are the foundation of the current and future strength of the United States;
Whereas teachers and other education staff have earned and deserve the respect of their students and communities for their selfless dedication to community service and the futures of the children of the United States;
Whereas the purposes of National Teacher Appreciation Week, celebrated from May 4, 2026, through May 8, 2026, are—
to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions of teachers; and
to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession; and
Whereas students, schools, communities, and a number of organizations representing educators are recognizing the importance of teachers during National Teacher Appreciation Week: Now, therefore, be it
That the House of Representatives—
thanks elementary and secondary school teachers of the United States; and