Someone who changed your life deserves to hear it.
Everyone remembers a great teacher. A teacher who saw something in you. A teacher who challenged you and helped shape who you are today.
Celebrate the teachers who shaped you…
Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8) kickstarts a season of celebration for all the hard work and lessons learned throughout the year. Take a moment to lift up the educators who make a lasting difference.
Whether it’s recording a short video message, writing a note of appreciation or sharing a memory, your words of gratitude matter.
…and equip those who will shape the future.
The UNG College of Education is preparing the next generation of teachers. Through hands-on experience, strong mentorship, and a commitment to excellence, these future educators will step into classrooms ready to inspire, guide, and serve their communities.
Help us advance our mission by making a gift to the College of Education Dean’s Excellence Fund. Thanks to a generous UNG alumnus, gifts will be doubled up to $2,500.
Simple ways to show big appreciation
There are so many ways that you can pass along your gratitude! Below are some options to communicate with your teacher.
Have a question? Email us at annualgiving@ung.edu.
Record a video message
Record a heartfelt message that we can send to the teacher that has made a difference in your life. Not sure what to say? No worries! We’ve included a script and filming instructions within the link. Once you’ve recorded your video, we’ll send it to your designated educator.
Write a message to your favorite UNG professor
Print one of the hardcopy versions below and write a heartfelt message. You can bring your card or letter to the Dean’s office of the College of Education and we’ll deliver it to the professor of your choice!
Have students color a message of thanks to give to their teacher
Print one of the coloring pages offered below and have students color them in!
Support future classroom leaders
We’ve all had a great teacher—someone who opened our minds, encouraged our curiosity, and helped us see new possibilities. The Dean’s Excellence Fund for the College of Education supports future educators as they complete demanding teaching placements and prepare to make that same lasting impact in the lives of their students.
Double your donation!
Support those who will teach and care for us. When 100 new gifts are made to the Dean’s Excellence Fund in the College of Education or the College of Health & Wellness, a $2,500 match will be unlocked to strengthen the future of education and healthcare.