They’re the people who shaped all our lives and the teachers of Sunderland and East Durham get our attention once more.
As the end of the summer term arrives, pupils are saying thank you to teachers all over the region.
So are we with a look back at some who we’ve photographed in the classrooms between 2004 and 2022.
They come from Fulwell, Fatfield, Town End and Thornhill. We have others from Academy 360, Sandhill View, St Anthony’s, St Joseph’s and Seaham.
The end of the academic year means teachers will be receiving thank you gifts and cards across Sunderland, East Durham and the rest of the country.
Tell us about the ones that you want to praise.
We would also like to hear from anyone who has fond memories of a teacher from the past who shaped their lives.
Tell us more by emailing [email protected]
1. Fran Craik at St Anthony's Academy
St Anthony's head teacher Fran Craik was pictured after talking of her delight at the school's GCSE results in 2022.
2. Jill Dodd at Sandhill View Academy
Sandhill View Academy head teacher Jill Dodd was happy to be in the picture in this scene from 2022.
3. Damian Groark at St Joseph's RC Primary School
Sunderland manager Jack Ross was given a warm welcome by head teacher Damian Groark on his visit to St Joseph's RC Primary School, Rutland Street, Sunderland in 2019. He was there to launch the school's daily mile running track.
4. Paula Lowers-Marshall from Seaham High School
The Mayor of Seaham Barbara Allen presents Seaham High School teacher Paula Lowers-Marshall with the Young Carers certificate in 2018. | se