To celebrate World Teachers' Day on Friday, 28 October, the Victorian Institute of Teaching is inviting students, parents and community members to nominate a teacher who matters.

Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, said “World Teachers Day is an important day when we can acknowledge and celebrate the invaluable way in which teachers contribute to and define our communities.”

“The Victorian Institute of Teaching is also seeking nominations for the ‘World Teachers Day Awards’ and I encourage anyone who knows a teacher that they feel has made a significant contribution to their school and local community to nominate them.

“It might be a teacher who inspires colleagues, expands students’ horizons, or one who challenges a community to engage in a particular project.

“These Awards recognise the important role teachers play in building a better future for our children and communities,” Mr Bull said.

For further information contact the Victorian Institute of Teaching on 1300 888 067 or visit www.vit.vic.edu.au/wtd11