The Minister for Education and Youth Mr Danny Faure has reminded teachers that their contribution in the development of our society is greatly valued.

"This is why we remain mindful of the special responsibilities given to teachers and also why we strive to create the right conditions for our teachers to execute their responsibilities in the most effective manner," Minister Faure says in his message on the occasion of Teachers' Day 2003.

These, Minister Faure says, include the putting in place of various support structures ranging from training, infrastructure development and other support mechanisms at the school and the ministry headquarters, as well as at the community levels.

Noting that society as a whole has high expectations of teachers, Minister Faure says it is for this reason that all key stakeholders in education need to make a collective effort to ensure that our teachers get the support they need in their work.

"As a ministry, we remain fully committed in this respect and will continue to upgrade the type of support that we provide to teachers," Minister Faure adds in his message.

Minister Faure thanks all teachers for their hard work, commitment to teaching and learning, and for being there to provide our young and aspiring citizens with the guidance they need in order to develop into mature and responsible adults.

Teachers' Day, the minister notes, is also an occasion for us all to give further recognition to the achievements of teachers and renew our pledge to bring out the best in our students. "Remember that the good school begins, not with material equipment, but with you - the good teacher, your enthusiasm and your commitment. My ministry is also grateful for your closeness to our youth in thought and actions and for the team spirit that you seek to promote in your workplace," Minister Faure's message says.

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