Rappler's latest stories on World Teachers' Day

[OPINION] War is a great teacher
War dramatically changed my students' lives. I had witnessed how carefree teenagers became socially involved citizens.

In far-flung areas of Samar, teachers are modern-day heroes
Several teachers go above and beyond just to teach students in remote areas in Samar, with some of them having to cross rivers, climb mountains, and walk for hours in order to reach the school

‘More than just a job’: Teachers, students voice out important role of educators
On National Teacher’s Month, teachers share what they love most about the profession

DepEd grants P1,000 cash benefit on World Teachers' Day
DepEd Order No. 26 says the benefit would be granted to all public school teachers who were in service as of September 30

WATCH: Why do teachers teach?
On World Teachers' Day, Rappler speaks to teachers who tell us why they have chosen to continue in the profession despite its difficulties and challenges

IN PHOTOS: A daylong tribute to the country's teachers
In celebration of National Teachers' Day, the Department of Education recognizes the role teachers play in the positive change the country seeks to achieve

Briones: We need to recognize more teachers
The Philippines celebrates National Teachers Month from September 5 to October 5

Lola Carmen: The teacher who time forgot
She dedicated her whole life to teaching but in her twilight she is left with nothing but memories

Malacañang noncommittal on pay hikes for teachers
Lawmakers must first consider where the budget for the pay hikes would be sourced from Palace Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr says

In Photos: World Teachers' Day in the boondocks
They are not expecting thank you cards from their students on World Teachers Day Instead they are worried about the few remaining paper they have for the kids to use shrinking pencils they lend to the students the few crayons they have left and chalk to use on what was supposed to be a window

To teachers
Teachers may retire but their teachings may live forever in the hearts of their students

Sereno to teachers: You can do what the Court can't
During the World Teachers Day celebration Supreme Court Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno lauds Filipino teachers and their influence on today s youth