But which one was your favourite and are they included in our retro photo collection?
We have gathered some more images from the Shields Gazette archives, each showing a teacher who has given sterling service to the children of the area.
Take a look and see if you can spot a teacher who you knew and admired from your time in the classroom.

9. Bill Graham at Harton Comprehesive
Bill is pictured with the Harton Comprehensive under-12 team in 1979. Are you in the picture? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette

10. Linda Atkinson and Gillian Pearce at Ellison Primary School, Jarrow
It's Red Nose Day in 1991 and pupils of Ellison Primary School, Jarrow were raising money for Comic Relief. Are you in the picture with the teachers? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette

11. Share your memories
Is there a teacher in this selection that you recognise? Get in touch and share the memories by emailing [email protected]. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette

