30 Best Teacher Quotes That Cherish Those Valued Leaders
“It's the teacher that makes the difference, not the classroom.” 📚
Elementary to high school is such an important time of a person's life. While students aren't necessarily earning a bachelor's or master's degree in those years, they're still learning some valuable information that can travel along with them for a lifetime. That's why teachers are incredibly important people in this world—because the impact that they have on students goes far beyond the classroom. It's important to help make these role models feel cherished for all of their hard work (on Teacher Appreciation Day and beyond), and a fantastic way to do that is by sharing one of these heartfelt teacher quotes.
These quotes can be a great way to say thank you to your favorite teacher! Attach them to a card alongside any cute teacher gift (like food gift baskets or pretty flower deliveries) for an added touch. Some of them are short and sweet, while others have more sentimental value to them. This quote from Ever Garrison says it all: “A teacher is a compass that activates the magnets of curiosity, knowledge, and wisdom in the pupils.” Others are a bit more philosophical, like this one from Dalai Lama: “When educating the minds of our youth, we must not forget to educate their hearts.”
It doesn't matter whether you're a student who wants to make your appreciation known or if you're a parent or guardian who sees the difference an educator is making—because these quotes can fit either circumstance. So, read through them for some words of inspiration!
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