On World Teacher's Day, Marcos honors teachers' sacrifices for youth

In celebration of World Teacher's Day, President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Thursday lauded teachers and their sacrifices for the youth.

Marcos ensured that the teachers' welfare would be included in his administration's priorities.

"Happy World Teacher's Day to our educators, to whom our nation owes an immeasurable debt," Marcos said in a brief post on Facebook.

"We recognize your sacrifices for our youth and assure you that we will prioritize your welfare and that of your families," he added.

Earlier, Marcos vowed to continue addressing the concerns of the education sector, including the teachers.

Marcos made the commitment as he paid tribute to the country's teachers whom he branded as "heroes of children's education."

On Sunday, Marcos, together with Vice President and Education Secretary Sara Duterte, attended a concert honoring Filipino teachers at the Malacañang compound. — Anna Felicia Bajo/RSJ, GMA Integrated News