Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar says the future of Trinidad and Tobago rests on the invaluable service of teachers, whose wisdom, dedication, and compassion are vital to nation-building.
In her message for World Teachers’ Day 2025, she celebrated educators as the true torchbearers of progress, emphasizing the theme “Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative Profession.”
The Prime Minister stressed that education thrives when teachers work together in partnership and solidarity and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to empowering educators.
These include initiatives like laptops for every Form 1 class, expanded book grants, and continuous upskilling, and highlighted the importance of safe, modern schools that encourage collaboration.