Basseterre, St. Kitts (SKNIS): In a heartfelt message, Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew extended a special World Teachers’ Day greeting to all educators within the Federation, across the region, and around the world.
“Teaching is a selfless profession, where much more is given than is received,” said the Prime Minister during his October 05 edition of The Roundtable. He also reminisced about his own time in the teaching profession, noting, “I have walked in the shoes of a teacher and recognize the pivotal role they play.”
Prime Minister Dr. Drew used the occasion to express his profound gratitude towards educators for their relentless dedication and commitment to shaping minds, both globally and in St. Kitts and Nevis. “Their tireless efforts in nurturing and educating individuals don’t go unnoticed,” Dr. Drew emphasized.
He also extended his appreciation to the Minister of Education and all those in leadership roles, adding that their stewardship in guiding our educational framework is commendable.
This year’s World Teachers’ Day theme, “The Teachers We Need for the Education We Want: The Global Imperative to Reverse the Teacher Shortage,” underscores the critical need to address the global teacher deficit and the importance of uplifting the teaching profession.
The Prime Minister’s address reiterates the nation’s commitment to education and recognizes the profound impact that educators have on society.