Teacher's Day

India observes Teachers’ Day on Sept. 5, commemorating the birth anniversary of Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, philosopher, teacher and former president of India. While the day recognizes the contribution of educators, Catholic teachers see their work as extending beyond academic instruction to the formation of character, relationships and responsible citizens.

Every 5th of October, the world pauses to celebrate World Teachers’ Day, a day when we honour the men and women whose vocation is to form minds and touch hearts.

October 5th is observed worldwide as World Teachers’ Day, instituted by UNESCO in 1994 to honour the role of teachers in shaping society.

Christian teachers are more than wage-earners; they are lantern bearers who guide souls through life’s tunnels. Their true reward is not in salary slips, but in following their Guru, Jesus Christ’s command to love. They are called to a silent but sacred mission: to lead every soul to the truth.