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That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the designation of Teacher Appreciation Week; (2) recognizes the invaluable role of teachers in shaping the future of America’s students and communities; (3) respects the hard work of teachers in constantly improving their practice in search of effective strategies for their classes; (4) affirms that public school teachers should have a seat at the table in education policymaking at all levels, including Federal, State, and local decisionmaking; and (5) encourages Federal, State, and local leaders to engage directly with teachers, ensuring their voices and expertise are reflected in policies that impact the classroom.