The Ulsan Office of Education (Superintendent Cheon Changsoo) produced a special video expressing gratitude and respect for teachers in celebration of the 43rd Teacher's Day and released it on its official YouTube channel.
The video, which runs for a total of 11 minutes and 43 seconds, features Superintendent Cheon Changsoo, as well as Kim Hyunji, a teacher at Seongan Middle School; Yoon Seongmu, a teacher at Gangdong High School; Seo Mina, a teacher at Ulsan Meister High School; Lee Daeho, a teacher at Hakseong Girls' High School; and four of their students.
Thumbnail of 'Thank You Video' for Teacher's Day by Ulsan Office of Education. Provided by Ulsan Office of Education
The video is structured into a 'teacher space' and a 'student space.' The students read aloud letters they had prepared in advance to express their gratitude to the teachers, while the teachers watched these moments on video from a separate space, sharing in the touching experience. Afterwards, everyone gathered together in one place for a warm conversation, exchanging heartfelt messages with each other.
Kim Hyunji, a teacher at Seongan Middle School, was asked to describe her student in five syllables and replied, "Four-leaf clover," saying, "Getting to know my student felt like a stroke of luck," which left a gentle impression.
Kim Hyorin, a student at Hakseong Girls' High School, said, "My dream is to become a teacher, and I especially want to be a teacher like Lee Daeho," expressing her respect and gratitude.
The teachers who participated in the video said, "It became an opportunity to get even closer to our students," and agreed that "it was an unforgettable and meaningful time in celebration of Teacher's Day."
Superintendent Cheon Changsoo stated, "Today, seeing the bright and trust-filled relationships between teachers and students, I felt a great sense of fulfillment as superintendent," and emphasized, "I hope to help create a school culture where teachers can teach with conviction, build warm relationships with students, and are respected by parents."
He added, "Even as artificial intelligence continues to develop, teachers who empathize with and understand students' emotions can never be replaced," and expressed, "I sincerely thank all teachers who are standing at the frontlines of education today."
This video has been made available not only on the Ulsan Office of Education's YouTube channel but also on Facebook, Instagram, and other social media platforms, so that students, parents, and school staff can easily view it.
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