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<\/a><\/p>\n\u201cThrough teaching, I have the chance to touch other people\u2019s lives especially the youth,\u201d expressed Ms. Honeylie Fideli, Science Instructor, during the celebration of the National and World Teacher\u2019s Day held on October 5, 2017 at the auditorium and function hall of the CARD-MRI Development Institute, Inc. (CMDI).<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s theme is \u201cMy Teacher, My Hero\u201d, aimed to acknowledge the essential roles and contributions of educators in strengthening communities.<\/p>\n
The annual celebration is in accordance with the Presidential Proclamation No. 242, which declares the period from September 5 to October 5 of every year as the National Teachers\u2019 Month and the Republic Act 10743, which declares the 5th day of October of every year as the National Teachers\u2019 Day and World Teachers\u2019 Day by the United Nations Education and Cultural Organizations (UNESCO).<\/p>\n
The students performed and showcased their talents as a tribute to their teachers\u2019 hard work and priceless efforts in nurturing and preparing them for a brighter future.<\/p>\n
Later in the evening, the faculty members and staff attended a brief talk about finding happiness in the workplace, which intended to enlighten perception about the meaning of life as well as their roles in nation building. \u201cHappiness is not about the perfect situation, it is all about the positive perception,\u201d advised Fr. Mark \u201cToto\u201d Cerada.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis occasion is very significant and will always motivate me to continue my profession as a teacher,\u201d concluded Mr. Luisito C. Lapitan, Filipino Instructor.<\/p>\n