CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Tuesday is National Teacher Appreciation Day, a day to say thank you to all teachers for their time and dedication to educating children. Springfield DPW to host input ...

They dedicate themselves to ensuring students receive a quality education, often going above and beyond the call of duty.

In 1953, Congress declared a National Teacher Day at Eleanor Roosevelt’s urging. Today, Teacher Appreciation Day is May 7, with Teacher Appreciation Week taking place May 6 through 10.