I'm sure we all remember that one teacher who made an impact on our lives. Whether it was the one who was always keen to have a chat, the one who supported you through a rough patch, or the one who simply made lessons fun and engaging.
From early years right through to college, teachers play an important role in shaping pupils and many stories of success in adult life can often be traced back to the influence and impact of certain teachers. Cornwall is blessed with some of the country's best teachers - and we want to give them a shout out.
Today (June 19) is National Thank a Teacher Day and that means it is your chance to say a huge thank you to that someone who has made a positive difference. Previously, we asked our readers on Facebook to let us know about their favourite teachers and with over 800 comments on the post there certainly seems to be a lot of appreciation for our hardworking teachers in Cornwall.
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Scroll down to see if your favourite teacher made the list and let us know in the comments section below if you think of anyone else who you believe deserves a shout-out, not just today but every day.
While some parents and ex-pupils named individual teachers who have had a particular impact on their lives, others nominated whole schools. Others said that teaching assistants and further education lecturers deserve a shout out too for all their hard work.
Denise Johnson said: " Penryn Primary Academy & Nursery... go above and beyond for the children. Special shout out during Covid.... because without the staff going in to cover, NHS staff and carers could not have done their jobs!"
Natalie Louise also commented: "All teachers and TAs at King Charles School (in Falmouth), I'm very proud to be part of an amazing team."
Janet Mosney added: "All the teachers & staff at St Francis C of E School Falmouth. You do an amazing job."
Lauren Knight also said: " Hayle Academy the ARB staff are amazing and deserve the recognition for all the hard work they do they have made such a massive positive impact on my son's life."
Stacie Kitts said: "All the staff at the brand new Sky Primary and Eden Project Nursery. Starting a new school from scratch can’t be an easy task but everyone there has welcomed our children each and every morning with huge smiles in their faces and giving them all the most amazing experience anyone can imagine. It’s not just a school it’s a family extension to each and everyone one of us who’s children attend."
We had lots of nominations so unfortunately couldn't include every single one. But make sure you tell us about more of the county's education heroes in the comments below the article.
Caroline Sousek & Sarah Hawsham - Camborne School
Natalie Brookes, who nominated Caroline Sousek, said: "Caroline Sousek was Miss Gilroy best English/Media teacher I could have ever wished for, always thankful for her help, encouragement and kindness through my teenage years at Camborne School, I know plenty she taught who would say the same."
Charlotte Anne added: "I tell all my students about the best teacher who inspired me to be a Media teacher. Always Caroline Sousek and Sarah Hawsham."
Mrs Tracey Milsom - St Columb Major Academy & Mr T Wilson - Treviglas Academy
Mrs T Milsom is the assistant head teacher and Key Stage One lead at St Columb Major Academy and Mr Wilson is the assistant head teacher at Treviglas Academy.
Sapphire Crystal Mair said: "Mrs Milsom at St Columb Major Academy, my favourite human she listens and never judges my kids all adore her also Mr Wilson at Treviglas Academy he’s gone above and beyond for my son."
Mrs Samantha Cartmill - Penair School
Mrs Cartmill is a Design & Technology (DT) teacher at Penair School in Truro. She received a number of nominations for being an "amazing" and "caring" teacher.
Frankie Addey, who nominated her, said: "Samantha Cartmill- by far the bestest teacher in the land!!!!!!! Unbelievably supportive, considerate, caring, encouraging, and never ever dull…always fun!! Always a listening ear for anyone needing it and that one person whose always believed in people, at times being the only person ever to say ‘I believe in you’ in sone of these children’s lives!! If carlsberg did teachers…!!"
Kaye Addey added: "Samantha Cartmill it’s all true, every word of it. A lot of Penair pupils (present and ex) would second this to [sic]."
Amber Lee wrote: "Mrs. Cartmill is an amazing teacher! Always looked after me and made my school life much more bearable. Thank you!"
While Stefan Isaac commented: "I was lucky enough to have Samantha as my tutor mentor when I was training to be a teacher ten years ago, and I still value every lesson she taught me about being a form tutor to this day ten years on! A wonderful teacher!"
Elaine Gummow said: "Samantha Cartmill at Penair school. Amazing, brilliant and gives so much invaluable support to all her pupils as well as being a lovely lady."
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Julia McCarthy and Oakwood Court College
Julia McCarthy is the head of campus at Oakwood Court College in Torpoint. She and the rest of the staff received a nomination for "going above and beyond" for students, particularly during the Covid-19 lockdowns.
Mel Townson said: "Julia McCarthy and her team at Oakwood Court College Torpoint go above and beyond helping teach Post 16 and young adults with all their additional needs with kindness, care and respect. Even through lockdown, all students that couldn’t make it into class, Oakwood were on the ball instantly with all lessons via the internet from Maths and English through to making crafts at home and games and puzzles though activity week!!!"
Mrs Jen Jago - Nanpean School
Mrs Jen Jago is a Year 5 teacher at Nanpean School. She received nominations for being "inspiring" to students and "going above and beyond."
Gemma Palmer, who nominated her, said: "Jen Jago who teaches at Nanpean School, she is one of those people that you never forget no matter how much time passes. She inspires every child to be the best example of themselves that they can be and goes above and beyond to get them there. She really is a incredible lady and has without a doubt carved out a incredible future for my children and for that I will be forever grateful."
Beckie Lloyd added: "Agree she is an amazing teacher xx"
Whilst Kim Truscott simply said: "Totally agree there Gemma."
Mr Nick Jemmett - Falmouth School
Mr Jemmett is a retired teacher who used to work at Falmouth School. He received a nomination for being a "brilliant English teacher" and form tutor.
Nathan Bentley, who nominated him, said: "Nick Jemmett class of 2001 Falmouth School proper legend not only a brilliant English teacher but was the best form tutor too.
Mrs Sue David - Trenode Primary Academy, Looe
Mrs Sue David is a Key Stage Two teacher at Trenode Primary Academy in Looe. She received a nomination for being "inspirational" and "empathetic".
Helen Priestley said: "Susanne David from Trenode Primary Academy. A truly inspirational, hard working and empathetic teacher who can’t help but bring out the best in the children she teaches and makes them shine like the stars they deserve to be."
Mr Lay and Mr Larham, Penrice
Hanna Richards, who nominated them wrote: "Im very lucky to be married to one of the best teachers I ever knew Stefan Richards. However when I was at school (Penrice) Mr Lay and Mr Larham really stood out for me and were amazing teachers. I wouldn’t have got my English GCSE if it weren’t for Mr Larham, he literally dragged me through.
Ady Martin added: "Mr Larham was brilliant. He got me football trials at his beloved Cambridge United."
Amanda Southern commented: "I'll second that as I know when Stefan Richards was at Looe School he was one of the best and definitely the most well liked teacher there!"
Julie Ford, Tregolls School, Truro
Katrina Tregaskis said: "Julie Ford, one if the kindest loveliest teachers I've ever had. Tregolls School Truro opened early 70s and Julie was my nursery teacher, thank you."
Nicola Whitehouse, Bodmin College
Rheannon Adamson commented: "Nicola Whitehouse at Bodmin College is by far the kindest and most caring teacher that school has seen in a long while. Always helps the children that are struggling both at home and at school, the children of today are so so lucky to have a teacher as down to earth and real as Miss Whitehouse...I just wish she was there before I left."
Victoria Teague, Bodmin College
Kane Howard who nominated her said: "Victoria Teague when she used to work at bodmin college she’s amazing and the amount of support I’ve had off that lovely lady during and after college is beyond amazing definitely deserves a shout out HEART OF GOLD THAT LASSIE."
Samantha Day, Looe Academy
Stefan Isaac said: "Samantha Day at Looe Academy is one of the best teachers I know - wholeheartedly loves those young people like her own and has HUGE expectations of each and every one. Any child is lucky to be in her class!"
Mrs Crowle, Indian Queens Primary School & Nursery
Gemma Roberts simply said: "Mrs Crowle from Indian Queens School is amazing and fantastic with my son."
Mrs Richards Mrs Greet and Mrs Godolphin, Camborne Science and International Academy
Catherine Perry who nominated them said: "Camborne Science and International Academy have to say has helped my son become the wonderful young man he is special thanks to Mrs Richards Mrs Greet and Mrs Godolphin."
