A Month to Honor Educators
Day of the Teacher, National School Nurse Day and ESP Day are all about honoring and celebrating the work that teachers, nurses and education support professionals do every day, and the support and guidance they give to our students. Our theme this year, “We Are the Ones We’ve Been Waiting For,” also acknowledges what we can accomplish together in our union, including organizing for the best working and learning conditions in our public schools.
Get ready to celebrate California Day of the Teacher on May 14, National School Nurse Day on May 7, and CTA ESP Day on May 20!
More Information Is Forthcoming
Check back soon for more information about events planned for these special days in May.
Day of the Teacher Archives
Download the Poster
CTA’s 2024 Day of the Teacher theme: “California Educators: United for Our Students.” The theme recognizes educators’ extraordinary work with students in schools across the state and their vital role in growing and mentoring the next generation of educators.
Download the Poster
CTA’s 2023 Day of the Teacher Poster
Oakland-based artist and social justice activist Favianna Rodriguez created this year’s poster. The poster is also featured in the April/May 2023 California Educator magazine.
Show your appreciation for educators by downloading and sharing the poster with your other educators, students, and community!
Hear from the Artist and Download More Materials
Watch this short video of artist Favianna Rodriguez explaining her inspiration behind the poster.
For Teachers to Use With Students
See samples of Favianna’s work, as well as instructions on how to make a social justice poster. Included is a link to her poster-making video as well as a PDF of separate art elements you can download and print out for students to use. Click here !
Watch Day of the Teacher videos on our union’s YouTube channel.