Hero Awards for teachers announced ahead of Salam Teacher Day

Hero Awards to recognise teachers’ performance

The Education Department has announced Hero Awards and performance awards for teachers to mark Salam Teacher Day on October 5. The initiative aims to recognise teachers who perform well in school management, examinations and sports.

Teachers from primary, middle and high schools have been shortlisted for the awards, according to the department. Ceremonies will take place across all districts, with Members of the National Assembly (MNAs), education officials and assistant commissioners expected to attend.

Cash prizes and certificates for selected teachers

The department has announced awards for teachers at different school levels, with selected recipients receiving certificates and cash prizes. The selection process will consider teacher attendance, student enrollment and retention, School-Based Assessment (SBA) results, and the condition of basic school facilities.

At the primary and elementary levels, awards will recognise two male teachers, two female teachers and one head teacher in each tehsil. Four criteria will carry equal weight, with each accounting for 25% of the total assessment.

Higher secondary teachers to be assessed on results

At the higher secondary level, three Hero Awards will be given to one male teacher, one female teacher and one principal in each tehsil. Results in Grade 11 and Grade 12 board examinations will be the main factor in selecting these recipients.

The department has also announced awards for two teachers, one male and one female, for exceptional performance. Monitoring and administrative offices will provide data to help identify teachers who meet the selection criteria.

Teachers’ associations announce Black Day

While the department prepares to honour teachers, teachers’ associations have announced plans to observe October 5 as a “Black Day”. They intend to protest against the proposed privatisation of government schools, rationalisation policies and the abolition of permanent posts for teaching and non-teaching staff.

The associations have demanded that the Education Department withdraw its policy on school privatisation. They have also called for the cancellation of show-cause notices issued to teachers.

The October 5 events will bring recognition for selected teachers alongside protests over education policies. The awards focus on attendance, student performance and school facilities, while the planned demonstrations reflect concerns among teachers about job security and possible changes to government schools.

The two developments highlight different issues facing the education sector. The response of the Education Department to teachers’ demands may influence further discussions about school policies and staff concerns.

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