They’re the people who shaped all our lives and the teachers of South Tyneside get our attention once more.
As the end of the summer term arrives, pupils are saying thank you to teachers all over the region.
So are we with a look back at some who we’ve photographed in the classrooms between 2015 and 2026.
They come from Forest View, Mortimer, Biddick, Hedworth Lane, Epinay, Bamburgh and East Voldon.
The end of the academic year means teachers will be receiving thank you gifts and cards across South Tyneside and the rest of the country.
Tell us about the ones that you want to praise.
We would also like to hear from anyone who has fond memories of a teacher from the past who shaped their lives.
Tell us more by emailing [email protected]
9. Helen Russell at Mortimer Community College
It was GCSE result day at Mortimer Community College in 2015 and here is Megan Payne (right) with her English teacher Helen Russell. | sg
10. Paul Ormonde at Biddick Infants
Paul Ormonde got a soaking from pupils Ava Powell, Jayden Allon and Jamie Binyon at the Biddick Infants School Family Fun Day in 2015. | sg
11. Kelly Waugh at Forest View Primary
Forest View Primary School teacher Kelly Waugh was nominated for National School Advocate of the Year award 11 years ago. | sg