Last Updated on October 7, 2024, 11:33 AM AST by Anthony Morris
St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew visited the retired teachers from his constituency to extend sincere gratitude to them for their dedicated service to the people and country in the recognition of World Teachers’ Day.
The Prime Minister shared glimpses of the visit took that place on October 06, 2024 over his official social media account.
While sharing the highlights, PM Drew noted that “Today, in recognition of World Teacher’s Day I took some time to visit retired teachers from my constituency to personally thank them for their dedicated service.”
PM Terrance Drew also mentioned the names of some of the teachers that he met including Venessa Clarke of St Peter’s, Halliday of Conaree, Grant of Keys Village, and Wilson Nisbett of Cayon.
He also provided the teachers with a hamper full of exciting goodies as a little token of appreciation for their invaluable support and dedication in the nation’s growth.
Prime Minister Drew also mentioned that having himself taught for two years, he understands how crucial a role of a teacher plays in the building of the nation.
In addition to this, PM Drew congratulated all the teachers, and on behalf of a grateful nation, he extended deepest gratitude for their invaluable contributions.
Notably, the Deputy Prime Minister Dr Geoffrey Hanley took his Facebook to emphasise on this year’s theme “Valuing Teacher Voices: Towards a new social contract for education” and also on importance of the educators and their contribution to the nation’s progress.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Denzil Douglas also appreciated the teachers sharing several highlights from his school visits.
“You are appreciated, for your dedication, contribution and commitment to the Nation’s Children and to their overall academic journey and success through the years,” noted the Foreign Minister.
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