47 Teachers Who Went Above And Beyond For Their Students That Prove Teachers Deserve All Of Our Appreciation And More

Hannah Marder
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1.These teachers made sure no student would go without.

Shelves stocked with various personal care items including shampoos, soaps, deodorants, and hygiene products organized neatly
Shelves stocked with various personal care items including shampoos, soaps, deodorants, and hygiene products organized neatly

2.As did this teacher.

Shelves with bins labeled for toiletries like shampoo, toothpaste, and soap, alongside food items like applesauce and fruit cups
Shelves with bins labeled for toiletries like shampoo, toothpaste, and soap, alongside food items like applesauce and fruit cups

3.This teacher knew the perfect way to keep high schoolers engaged: an incredible display of pyrotechnics.

Pumpkin jack-o'-lantern with carved face emitting large flames from the top, placed on a countertop
Pumpkin jack-o'-lantern with carved face emitting large flames from the top, placed on a countertop

4.This teacher found another way to make science more interesting: making it feel like Pokémon.

Coyote card: Canis latrans. Attributes: clever, sneaky, adaptable, swims. Type: mammal. Omnivore. Habitat: fields/prairies. Lifespan: up to 14 years. Size and weight details included
Coyote card: Canis latrans. Attributes: clever, sneaky, adaptable, swims. Type: mammal. Omnivore. Habitat: fields/prairies. Lifespan: up to 14 years. Size and weight details included

5.This teacher committed to his heroic mission.

Person in a full medieval knight costume with chainmail and a helmet, standing indoors in a school hallway
Person in a full medieval knight costume with chainmail and a helmet, standing indoors in a school hallway

6.Instead of punishing kids for doodling, this teacher joined in.

Drawing of a person with a short hairstyle and a crown. Their right arm is a tentacle
Drawing of a person with a short hairstyle and a crown. Their right arm is a tentacle

7.This teacher was committed to showing students their potential.

Children's monster drawings are displayed with unique features and imaginative elements, inspired by local artists and professors
Children's monster drawings are displayed with unique features and imaginative elements, inspired by local artists and professors

8.This chemistry teacher made some wildly futuristic updates to their desks.

Two views of a large touch screen integrated into a desk, showing a keyboard and touchpad on the desk's surface
Two views of a large touch screen integrated into a desk, showing a keyboard and touchpad on the desk's surface

9.This chemistry teacher decorated their ceiling in the best possible way.

Classroom ceiling with periodic table squares; several ceiling tiles have been removed
Classroom ceiling with periodic table squares; several ceiling tiles have been removed

10.This teacher made safety precautions post-lockdown look cute and fun!

Classroom with desks shaped like school buses, each with a clear partition. Walls have educational decor and a black bulletin board
Classroom with desks shaped like school buses, each with a clear partition. Walls have educational decor and a black bulletin board

11.This teacher gave a student one of the best parting gifts of all time.

Drawing of a superhero in an action pose with a cape, signed by the artist and dedicated to someone named Noah
Drawing of a superhero in an action pose with a cape, signed by the artist and dedicated to someone named Noah

12.This teacher proved that a good teacher never forgets their favorite students.

Cover of the children's book "The Shoelace Box" and a letter from a kindergarten teacher welcoming Ella, discussing her achievements and school activities
Cover of the children's book "The Shoelace Box" and a letter from a kindergarten teacher welcoming Ella, discussing her achievements and school activities

The text reads (with minor grammar edits): 

"Welcome to the world, Ella. My name is Mrs. Gerhardt, and I was your dad's kindergarten teacher a long time ago. I want to tell you about your grandmother, your dad's mom. Something tells me you met her before you came here. I first met her about two days before kindergarten started. She brought your dad in to "check out" kindergarten. Your dad walked around, found his name on a table, and found the toys he liked to play with. Your grandmother patiently waited as his kindergarten worries slowly faded away. She knew exactly what to do for her little boy. I knew then she was a special mom. Your dad came to kindergarten as a ball full of energy. He wanted to learn everything NOW. Every day, he came in with the biggest smile and, oh, that laugh. He was always laughing. He knew everything he really needed to know in kindergarten, knew his shapes, colors, letters, numbers, etc. I was amazed each day at the conversations we would have. November came. Time for parent conferences. Your grandmother came in, and I complimented her on what a wonderful job she was doing with her son. She smiled and said, I am teaching him as much as I can. You see, I've been sick with cancer. I'm fighting it as hard as I can, but I want to make sure that my son is ready for any challenge that comes along. I will never ever forget that conference. I knew then I had to keep that smile and laugh in your dad.

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As the school year progressed, your grandmother was always there to help. I remember once we were learning to tie shoes. No easy task in kindergarten. She gave me a book she used to help your dad learn, The Shoelace Box. I kept that book, and now I want to give it to you. I was your dad's book, purchased by your grandmother to help him. I know that your dad will be there to help you when you are ready to tie your shoes.

This quilt is made for you, to wrap you in love from your family on earth and your family in heaven. I hope one day I get to meet you. Keep smiling and laughing, Ella."

Oh, and here's the accompanying quilt!

Patchwork quilt with floral and owl patterns in various textures
Patchwork quilt with floral and owl patterns in various textures

13.This anatomy teacher got creative with their bathroom pass.

A bone with a blue string attached, labeled "Dr. T's U.S. Bathroom Pass," held in a tiled bathroom setting
A bone with a blue string attached, labeled "Dr. T's U.S. Bathroom Pass," held in a tiled bathroom setting

14.This art teacher put their skills to delicious use.

A cake shaped like a TI-83 Plus calculator, placed on a countertop with various papers and objects
A cake shaped like a TI-83 Plus calculator, placed on a countertop with various papers and objects

15.This fourth-grade teacher decorated her school's hall so well that I might need her to come do this to the hall in my apartment building.

u/GalacticEmpireReject / Via reddit.com
u/GalacticEmpireReject / Via reddit.com

16.This teacher was committed to putting a smile on every kid's face when they arrived at school.

Four leaf art designs on ground: bear face, smiling face, 'Hi' text, and character face. Person stands nearby with a broom
Four leaf art designs on ground: bear face, smiling face, 'Hi' text, and character face. Person stands nearby with a broom

17.This teacher knew just what a struggling student needed.

Hand with a small heart drawn on it, representing a comforting gesture between family members separated by distance
Hand with a small heart drawn on it, representing a comforting gesture between family members separated by distance

18.This teacher got super creative with their classroom entrance.

Medieval-themed classroom entrance with a sign reading, "Welcome lords and ladies to ye old classroom," decorated with faux pillars and chains
Medieval-themed classroom entrance with a sign reading, "Welcome lords and ladies to ye old classroom," decorated with faux pillars and chains

19.As did this teacher celebrating Black History Month in the perfect way!

Door decorated with an artistic mural of a woman's face with textured hair and a patterned head wrap, surrounded by black-and-white photos
Door decorated with an artistic mural of a woman's face with textured hair and a patterned head wrap, surrounded by black-and-white photos

20.This teacher made an awesome visual aid.

Diorama of a war-torn building with soldiers and a tank, showcasing a detailed battlefield scene on a tabletop
Diorama of a war-torn building with soldiers and a tank, showcasing a detailed battlefield scene on a tabletop

21.This teacher painted this beautiful The Giving Tree-themed chair for their classroom.

Decorative chair with painted tree and quote: "Come sit down and rest." Illustration of a small boy and an apple on the seat
Decorative chair with painted tree and quote: "Come sit down and rest." Illustration of a small boy and an apple on the seat

22.This teacher made sure students felt comfortable when greeting their teacher.

Child in school setting, bowing near a wall with educational posters. Wearing backpack and red clothing, another person is nearby, bending slightly
Child in school setting, bowing near a wall with educational posters. Wearing backpack and red clothing, another person is nearby, bending slightly

23.These teachers reminded students they're more than a test score.

Letter to Year 3 students explaining that the test doesn't define them, highlighting different strengths, and encouraging them to do their best
Letter to Year 3 students explaining that the test doesn't define them, highlighting different strengths, and encouraging them to do their best

24.This teacher had a great idea to reduce vandalism but still give kids an outlet.

Sheet of paper covered in doodles and random phrases, including "at-risk students."
Sheet of paper covered in doodles and random phrases, including "at-risk students."

25.This teacher made math fun again.

Math equations graph the Batman symbol on a grid, signed by the creator at the bottom
Math equations graph the Batman symbol on a grid, signed by the creator at the bottom

26.This teacher took the time to remind kids to just be kids.

Homework list with various activities like biking, reading, and spending time with friends. Encourages fun and relaxation before exams
Homework list with various activities like biking, reading, and spending time with friends. Encourages fun and relaxation before exams

27.This science teacher found a festive way to celebrate the holidays that was still on-brand.

Laboratory glassware arranged like a Christmas tree with colorful liquids inside different flasks on a black surface
Laboratory glassware arranged like a Christmas tree with colorful liquids inside different flasks on a black surface

28.This teacher also got festive for the holidays.

Hair styled as a reindeer with antlers, googly eyes, and a red nose
Hair styled as a reindeer with antlers, googly eyes, and a red nose

29.As did this teacher, who nailed their holiday classroom decor.

Classroom decorated with holiday lights, a Christmas tree, and a projector screen showing a cozy fireplace scene
Classroom decorated with holiday lights, a Christmas tree, and a projector screen showing a cozy fireplace scene

30.This teacher made sure a student was okay and engaged during the pandemic.

A woman sits outside on a driveway talking and reading with a child. A large SUV is parked nearby. Text describes her compassion and dedication
A woman sits outside on a driveway talking and reading with a child. A large SUV is parked nearby. Text describes her compassion and dedication

31.This teacher made the extra effort to ensure everyone was felt welcome in their classroom.

Signs with inclusive messages and colorful paper on classroom wall. Messages advocate for equality, science, and kindness
Signs with inclusive messages and colorful paper on classroom wall. Messages advocate for equality, science, and kindness

32.This math teacher taught angles with their doormat.

Door with a protractor design on the floor in front, displaying degrees from 0 to 180
Door with a protractor design on the floor in front, displaying degrees from 0 to 180

33.This teacher didn't let a lack of access to computers stop him.

Teacher explains word processing software features using a blackboard diagram to a classroom of attentive students
Teacher explains word processing software features using a blackboard diagram to a classroom of attentive students

34.This teacher made a teaching moment into a funny display for students.

A woodworking setup with a coping saw, paintbrush, and tools on a workbench. A humorous sign reads "OMG! What happened!" near a carved wooden piece
A woodworking setup with a coping saw, paintbrush, and tools on a workbench. A humorous sign reads "OMG! What happened!" near a carved wooden piece

35.This art teacher was just wildly talented and taught students what they might one day be able to do with training.

Artistic charcoal sketches on a whiteboard depict a tree, an abstract shape, and a seascape with clouds
Artistic charcoal sketches on a whiteboard depict a tree, an abstract shape, and a seascape with clouds

36.This teacher creates "pictures of the day" and knows exactly how to relate to teenagers: with memes.

Drawing of Kermit the Frog in a hooded cloak saying, "Welcome back to school," under a "Picture of the Day" heading
Drawing of Kermit the Frog in a hooded cloak saying, "Welcome back to school," under a "Picture of the Day" heading

37.This teacher let their students do something they were interested in, which resulted in their students making this sick replica.

Decorative wooden board with red carvings, leaning against a wall near a door
Decorative wooden board with red carvings, leaning against a wall near a door

38.This teacher provided an extra resource to kids who might need additional help.

Worksheet with math problems converting fractions to decimals and vice versa, including solutions and calculations handwritten on the page
Worksheet with math problems converting fractions to decimals and vice versa, including solutions and calculations handwritten on the page

39.This teacher created some cute classroom door decor.

Door decorated as a camper with a chair and chalkboard nearby in a school hallway
Door decorated as a camper with a chair and chalkboard nearby in a school hallway

40.This teacher made grading more fun by using stamps of his face.

Math worksheet with a hand-drawn face, a 5-sided shape with angles, and a score of 100 circled in red with "Nice!" written beside it
Math worksheet with a hand-drawn face, a 5-sided shape with angles, and a score of 100 circled in red with "Nice!" written beside it

41.This professor proved you don't need a classroom to teach.

Person writes equations on a wall outside, holding a book. People watch under umbrellas
Person writes equations on a wall outside, holding a book. People watch under umbrellas

42.This teacher made this hilarious flowchart for when students couldn't find him.

Flowchart exploring scenarios to find or miss Mr. Hess. Highlights include: "You have found Mr. Hess!" and "You will not find Mr. Hess today."
Flowchart exploring scenarios to find or miss Mr. Hess. Highlights include: "You have found Mr. Hess!" and "You will not find Mr. Hess today."

43.This teacher brought in a wildly personal item to teach about history and show how it really isn't so far away.

Two yellow Star of David patches with "Jude" written in black, displayed in separate transparent cases on a table
Two yellow Star of David patches with "Jude" written in black, displayed in separate transparent cases on a table

44.This teacher came up with an ingenious solution while remote teaching during the pandemic.

Pencil stuck through laptop with taped CD and notebook, showing math work on the screen, illustrating a creative way to solve a math problem
Pencil stuck through laptop with taped CD and notebook, showing math work on the screen, illustrating a creative way to solve a math problem

45.This teacher made raising money even more fun and exciting.

Geometric triangle mosaic pattern on a paved surface, partially completed, with materials visible nearby
Geometric triangle mosaic pattern on a paved surface, partially completed, with materials visible nearby

46.This hilarious teacher had plenty of contingency plans.

Summary of email: The instructor plans to move discussion sections and office hours online via Zoom due to unforeseen circumstances. Details on alternative options are provided, ensuring continuation of classes
Summary of email: The instructor plans to move discussion sections and office hours online via Zoom due to unforeseen circumstances. Details on alternative options are provided, ensuring continuation of classes

47.And finally, this teacher did something that may seem simple but this child will never forget: taking the extra time to help a student learn from their mistakes rather than just deducting points and calling it a day.

Math homework with handwritten notes showing corrections and calculations related to algebraic expressions
Math homework with handwritten notes showing corrections and calculations related to algebraic expressions

What's the most impactful thing a teacher did for you or your children? Let us know in the comments!

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