Acharya Devo Bhava

5th September, reminds me of senior students taking up classes in our school letting our teachers relax for the day as part of the teacher's day celebrations. The birthday of the great philosopher, educator of India, Dr.S.Radhakrishnan is celebrated as teacher's day across India. Dr.S.Radhakrishnan who had great love for the teaching profession, believed that the right kind of education only would solve many problems of the society and country. He wanted to bring in a change in the educational system to improve the relation between the teachers and their pupil. He truly was instrumental in reforming the educational system of India at that time.
I would say, anybody who inspires and encourages us to learn and move forward towards our goal is a teacher. Learning is a continuous process and I say it is never ending. And teacher is the one, who helps us discover the joy of learning. Also, as I mentioned in one of my previous posts(Master Stroke) mother is the first teacher and source of learning to all of us. Let us all take some time on this special day and thank all those who inspired us by being with us in times thick and thin. It feels great when I think of those selfless teachers who have contributed to the society in many ways, my heartfelt gratitude to all of them.
                  Teachers should be the best minds of the country and should not just instruct, but also have to gain the affection of their students and thereby earn respect. Few selfish individuals, have commercialized the education system to an extent, that if not reformed at the earliest would pose a great threat to the nation. The number of students now willing to take up teaching as profession has gradually fallen. Let us try and change this by encouraging the young minds willing to take up teaching as profession and not let any commercial elements take over the art of teaching. Teachers are the greatest source of inspiration to their students and have the power to transform them into responsible individuals, contributing to the growth of the nation. Lets respect our teachers/mentors and thank them all for their never ending selfless support. Let the legacy of the great Indian teachers continue. Happy Teachers' Day!

Master Stroke

As we celebrate Teacher's Day today as a tribute to the legendary S Radhakrishnan, it's a good time to remember all the other teachers who played a vital role in transforming students over the period of time. I say, on life's empty canvass, teachers paint bold strokes that help students come out in flying colours.
The first person who comes to my mind when we talk about teacher is my mother, I truly believe that mothers are the first inspiration & also the first source of learning for a child. The lifestyle and the habits that a child develops eventually depend a lot upon the interest of a mother. Hence, mother is the first teacher who has all the capacity to transform a child into a responsible individual. On this day I thank my mom for all the support she extended towards me & remember all the things that were taught by her which influenced me throughout. I know you will also agree, so thank your mom.
The teacher whom I'd remember the most on this day is Dr.S. RamaMohan Rao, who was the principal of Ushodaya Jr. College, Vizag, the college where I studied my intermediate course(+2). I am glad that he was an ultimate source of inspiration, it was he who made me understand the true meaning of responsibility. He is a perfectionist by himself and always tried to help me understand the importance of perfection in any given aspect. I express my sincere gratitude to him on the ocassion of Teacher's Day.
As we keep moving ahead in life, we might meet many people who impact our decisions and might also change the direction of the path in which we are moving. I refer all such individuals to great teachers. Teachers can turn leaders, but not all leaders can be good teachers. A teacher need not be a person that you see in your college or school, it can be anyone around you. The guidance of a teacher is as important as your goal, because it is that piece of guidance that gives you confidence to strive hard towards achieving your goal. Never miss out on thanking those individuals who are teachers for your life who made a difference in the way you look and learn things. Keep going!!!