From the challenges inside a textbook to the complexities of life, a teacher’s guiding hand works like that of an architect’s, building and shaping a strong future. On this special day, we recognise and honour these architects, who lay not only the foundations of knowledge and learning, but also leave behind a legacy of mentorship.

Whether to inculcate skills like critical thinking, problem solving or to instil values of compassion, honesty, perseverance, a teacher’s influence goes beyond the pages of a book. As it is said that architects must balance tradition and innovation, teachers bridge the gap between past and future. They maintain wisdom of the past, apply it to the rapidly changing present and as a result, ensure a promising future. Within the four walls of a classroom, they equip young minds with the skills needed to navigate through life.         
This proves the farsightedness of teachers. Unlike most professionals, the fruit of a teacher’s hard work takes years to ripen. But whenever there is a surge of discoveries, inventions or better policies by the youth, we immediately know that behind these successes stand efficient and dedicated teachers.
Dear friends, let’s express our deepest gratitude to these architects of future, who dedicate their today in building our bright tomorrow.
According to poet-philosopher Allama Iqbal, “Nations are born in the hearts of poets.” It can be truly said that they grow in the hands of teachers.