Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week is an annual observance recognized by the school board and superintendent during regular meetings each May.
On May 5, 2025, Superintendent Platenberg acknowledged Teacher Appreciation Week during Superintendent Matters, expressing heartfelt appreciation for the dedication, compassion, and talent of all city educators; multiple board members echoed that appreciation during Board Matters. On May 4, 2026, Superintendent Wright wished a happy Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week to all city schools, and five board members — Bartelme, Kelsey, Hickman, Cecere, and Pitches — offered their own appreciation during Board Matters. Cecere additionally reminded teachers of freebies available during the week.
The recognition has been a recurring, brief ceremonial agenda item with no legislative or budgetary action attached.
What members have said
- Superintendent Platenberg
On May 5, 2025, Platenberg acknowledged Teacher Appreciation Week during Superintendent Matters, expressing heartfelt appreciation for the dedication, compassion, and talent of all city school teachers and educators.
- Superintendent Wright
On May 4, 2026, Wright wished a happy Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week to everyone across all city schools as part of superintendent remarks.
On May 4, 2026, Bartelme expressed appreciation for teachers and wished them a happy Teacher Appreciation Week during Board Matters.
On May 4, 2026, Kelsey expressed appreciation for teachers and wished them a happy Teacher Appreciation Week during Board Matters.
On May 4, 2026, Hickman expressed appreciation for teachers and wished them a happy Teacher Appreciation Week during Board Matters.
On May 4, 2026, Cecere expressed appreciation for teachers during Board Matters and also reminded teachers of freebies available during Teacher Appreciation Week.
On May 4, 2026, Pitches expressed appreciation for teachers and wished them a happy Teacher Appreciation Week during Board Matters.
Positions as recorded in meeting minutes; votes without recorded comment aren’t summarized.
History
Filled dots are actions on this topic; open dots are mentions.
- May 5, 2025School Board · item 5Superintendent Matters
Superintendent Platenberg acknowledged Teacher Appreciation Week and expressed heartfelt appreciation to all city educators. Multiple board members echoed appreciation for teachers during Board Matters, citing their dedication and impact.
- May 4, 2026School Board
Superintendent Wright wished a happy Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week to everyone across all city schools. Multiple board members — Bartelme, Kelsey, Hickman, Cecere, and Pitches — expressed appreciation for teachers and wished them a happy Teacher Appreciation Week during Board Matters; Cecere also reminded teachers of freebies available that week.