Walz Recognizes National Teacher Day

Press Release

Today, Congressman Tim Walz released the following statement to honor the commitment and hard work of America's educators on National Teacher Day.

"Two years ago, I took a leave of absence from Mankato West High School to run for and serve in the United States Congress. As the only teacher with experience under No Child Left Behind serving in Congress, I am proud to represent America's public educators in Washington. I know from personal experience that Minnesota's teachers are some of the best in the world. Everyday, our teachers are called upon to teach our children the life-lessons that text books cannot. Our teachers go above and beyond for our students and today we honor that commitment.

"Our hope for the future currently rests in the young people who are working their way through school in southern Minnesota. Every day, we entrust their care to the men and women who work as teachers and lay the foundation for another generation of knowledgeable and productive citizens.

"Today, I ask everyone to make an effort to thank an educator that impacted their life. On this one day a year, a kind word is the least we can do for those that have given our country so much."

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