Today, September 5, is Teachers' Day. This is the day when we pay tribute to our school teachers and spare some moments to show gratitude for that humble school teacher who laid the foundation for success. It is a day to thank them for what we are today.

There are many famous quotes on the role and influence of a teacher. For instance, one author has said that “a teacher affects eternity, he can never tell where his influence stops.”

Professions change, lifestyle goes up and technology improves day by day. But school teachers remain selfless and caring as always while batches of young children pass out of school each year.

“We hear words of gratitude from our old students on this day. Teachers' Day is a day for renewing the relationship and we feel happy when they send messages,” says A. Sudhakaran, Principal, Vikaasa School, Madurai.