Schools across the Lithgow Region celebrated their staff on Friday, October 29 as part of World Teachers' Day.
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With hundreds of teachers within the Lithgow LGA, the Lithgow Mercury decided to reach out to the principals from around the region to get their take on what has been a difficult year for all.
What came back was praise for the many teachers who make a huge difference in the life of young children.
Here is what they had to say.
Portland Central
Principal Matt Quirk was quick to fire off praise to all of his teachers at Portland Central School.
"As we celebrate World Teachers' Day, I am reminded of the changes to the educational landscape over the last two years.
"It has been challenging for the whole educational community. I really want to acknowledge the effort, care and consideration the Portland Central School teachers provide for students each and every day.
"They have remained positive in adversity, flexible in their approach and determined to meet the needs of all students in their care. Here is a huge thanks from Mr Quirk and the Portland community."
La Salle Academy
Principal Joyce Smith was very appreciative of all teachers in her school cohort at La Salle Academy.
"We would like to express appreciation for all who teach young people, whether that be at school, home or other places in our community.
"Teaching has always been a challenging profession but the last couple of years have been more so, with the COVID pandemic. Teachers have always had the reputation of going far and above the call of duty because of their love of learning, but what has been required to keep educational services going in more recent years has set a demand for even higher levels of commitment to our students and support for our families.
"Teachers are preparing students for a future we can only imagine and this task is essential for the sustainability of the community, the country and the world.
"To all teachers, thank you for all that you do."
La Salle mathematics teacher Mr Ross Burrell said that working from home was both a blessing and a curse.
"Lockdown was not at all like a break for me.
"Working from home is both a blessing and a curse - you can make a fresh lunch, but you can't explain things to students in the ways they need as you can face to face".
"If I hear someone in the media mention again the 'boredom of being in lockdown', I think I will explode."
St Joseph's Portland
St Joseph's Portland principal Simone Taylor wanted to dedicate her tribute to the commitment of teaching staff in 2021.
"Our St Joseph's School students and community would like to acknowledge our highly dedicated teachers on World Teachers' Day 2021," she said.
"The commitment of our teaching staff over the past months has been instrumental in the successful implementation of our student remote learning model.
"Our teachers continue to strive for excellence at all levels and work tirelessly as a team to achieve learning goals for all students.
"Thank you for being inspiring and creating a bright future for all."
All schools in the region were emailed for comment.
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