Teachers’ Day is a significant celebration in Albania, Kosovo, and other Albanian-speaking regions, honoring educators and their role in shaping generations. This day marks the anniversary of the first Albanian-language school, established in Korçë in 1887.
The holiday serves as a tribute to the educators who have dedicated their lives to knowledge and national progress. Across Albanian communities, schools and institutions organize ceremonies, awards, and special events to appreciate teachers’ contributions.
Honoring Educators in Kosovo
In Kosovo, Teachers’ Day is commemorated with various activities, including:
- Award ceremonies recognizing outstanding teachers.
- Visits to historical schools, such as “Mehmet Gjevori” in Prishtina, named after a pedagogue who contributed to education in the 1940s.
- Stories from wartime educators, highlighting their sacrifices during the 1998-1999 war to keep Albanian-language education alive.
Teachers’ Day not only celebrates the past and present of Albanian education but also reaffirms the importance of knowledge in shaping a prosperous future.
