We Love Our Teachers
Teachers are the foundation of CPS. This week, we're joining together to show our appreciation by thanking teachers for making a resounding difference in the lives of our students and families.
The progress Chicago Public Schools students have made in the past decade is due in large part to the hard work of our teachers. Our teachers spend countless hours lesson planning, mentoring, and nurturing students and changing lives for the better. Teachers, you are loved and supported by your district and school communities, not just this week, but every week of the year. We are grateful to have you in our district and thank you for the work you have done to help our students thrive.
From Our District Leadership
Letter from Dr. Macquline King, CEO
Dear CPS Community,
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is one of our favorite weeks of the year. Our vision for our schools is to provide every student with rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experiences. Our teachers and school staff are the ones who make that vision a reality. Their hard work and dedication are what make our district great, and we are so excited to uplift them for everything they’ve accomplished this school year.
Our teachers and staff truly do it all. In our classrooms, they provide students with the academic and social-emotional support they need to reach new heights. Behind the scenes, they help ensure that our school operations run smoothly and meet the needs of our students and families. They are also out in our schools communities, working closely with our parents and partners to strengthen not just our schools, but also the 77 neighborhoods that make our city so diverse and exceptional.
It has everything from graphics and sample social media messages to selfie and window signs that you can use to show and share your appreciation. This toolkit is a great resource to help you take some time this week to thank the teachers and staff who have made a difference in your life.
We can’t wait to see how you celebrate our amazing teachers and staff. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Sincerely,
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| Dr. Macquline King, Ed.D Superintendent / CEO Chicago Public Schools |
Show Your Support, Socially
- Update your profile with one of the avatars available below. Or post one of our graphics on your account to show your favorite teacher how much they light up your world.
- Share a photo of a favorite memory with teachers or thank a special teacher with a shoutout on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Don't forget to tag CPS and use the hashtags #ThankATeacher and #TheBestAreWithCPS to lift up our educators.
- Follow CPS on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, and share our stories and videos throughout the week.
Show Your Support, Socially
- Update your profile with one of the avatars available below. Or post one of our graphics on your account to show your favorite teacher how much they light up your world.
- Share a photo of a favorite memory with teachers or thank a special teacher with a shoutout on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Don't forget to tag CPS and use the hashtags #ThankATeacher and #TheBestAreWithCPS to lift up our educators.
- Follow CPS on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, and share our stories and videos throughout the week.
Not on Social Media? More Ways to Thank Teachers
- Tell a teacher or staff member something they do that impacts your school, community, parents, or students.
- Share a token of appreciation with the teacher who makes a difference in your life.
- Print out the selfie signs below and place them in your window, locker, or throughout your schools.
Downloads
| Media | Text | Language | Download |
|---|---|---|---|
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Profile Picture |
We Love Our May 4-8, 2026 |
English | [ green | Yellow | Blue ] |
| Spanish | [ GREEN | Yellow | Blue ] | ||
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Cover Photo |
We Love Our May 4-8, 2026 #ThankATeacher |
English | [ GREEN | Yellow | Blue ] |
| Spanish | [ GREEN | Yellow | Blue ] | ||
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Social Media Posts |
We Love Our May 4-8, 2026 |
English | [ Facebook/Twitter | Instagram ] |
| Spanish | [ Facebook/Twitter | Instagram ] | ||
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Selfie and Window Sign |
Our teachers and school #TheBestAreWithCPS |
English | [ DOWNLOAD ] |
| Spanish | [ DOWNLOAD ] | ||
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Selfie and Window Sign |
The best are with CPS. |
English | [ DOWNLOAD ] |
| Spanish | [ DOWNLOAD ] | ||
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Selfie and Window Sign |
#TheBestAreWithCPS |
English | [ DOWNLOAD ] |
| Spanish | [ DOWNLOAD ] | ||
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Selfie and Window Sign |
THANK YOU |
English | [ DOWNLOAD ] |
| Spanish | [ DOWNLOAD ] | ||
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Thank You Card |
A special thank you for an awesome teacher |
English |
[ Green | PURPLE | Cyan & Purple (2 per-page) ] |
| Spanish | |||
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Thank You Card |
A special thank you for an awesome teammate |
English | |
| Spanish | |||
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Editable Certificate Download, edit, and present! |
Thank you for the drive, determination, and dedication .... | English | [ Green | Black & White ] |
