This measure would proclaim May 10, 2000, to be Day of the Teacher and would urge Californians to observe that day.
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WHEREAS, An educated citizenry serves as the very foundation of our democracy; and
WHEREAS, Today’s teachers mold the minds and train the workforce of the future; and
WHEREAS, No other profession touches as many persons with such a lasting effect; and
WHEREAS, Good teaching grows in value and pays dividends far beyond the classroom; and
WHEREAS, California long ago recognized the immeasurable value of our teachers and has designated the second Wednesday in May to be Day of the Teacher, a special observance that honors teachers and the teaching profession; and
WHEREAS, Day of the Teacher has been sponsored by the California Teachers Association and the Association of Mexican American Educators and was first recognized in 1982; and
WHEREAS, California has patterned its celebration after the traditional “El Día del Maestro” festivities observed in Mexico and other Latin American countries; and
WHEREAS, Day of the Teacher should be a day for school districts, parents, public officials, and the community to recognize the dedication and commitment of teachers who are educating our children; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate of the State of California, the Assembly thereof concurring, That the day of May 10, 2000, be proclaimed Day of the Teacher; and be it further
Resolved, That the Legislature urges all Californians to observe the Day of the Teacher by taking the time to remember and honor all teachers who give the gift of knowledge through teaching; and be it further
Resolved, That the Secretary of the Senate transmit copies of this resolution to the author for appropriate distribution.