Old Bridge Township

Mayor Henry's Proclamation for Teacher Appreciation Week

Whereas, Teachers mold future citizens and shape their minds and hearts through guidance and education; and

Whereas, Teachers encounter students of diverse backgrounds with various abilities; and

Whereas, Teachers spend countless hours preparing lessons, creating safe environments, and building deep relationships with families and their communities; and

Whereas, many teachers go above and beyond their role by acting as a mentor, coach and motivator; and

Whereas, our nation’s future depends on the education our children receive today; and

Whereas, Old Bridge Township recognizes that its teachers lay the foundation for good citizenship and provide quality education to our youth; and

Whereas, 2020 presented a difficult challenge due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and teachers have risen to the challenge and went above and beyond while still representing kindness and professionalism during the performance of their job; and

Now, Therefore, I, Owen Henry, Mayor of the Township of Old Bridge, Township Council, County of Middlesex, State of New Jersey, declare the week of May 3^rd through May 7^th, 2021 to be Teacher Appreciation Week in Old Bridge in honor of the men and women whose dedication and commitment inspire our future.