It's National Teacher Appreciation week!

Teachers, I appreciate you! And so do many people around you, and I sure hope they tell you this week!

Thanks to all the people who nominated their favorite teacher to be profiled in the Herald. My editors helped me pick the best entry, so stay tuned for Wednesday's edition of the Herald, where I'll profile this amazing teacher. 


And I know who else appreciates you: the Monterey County Office of Education, several local mayors, and the Masonic Lodges.

On Wednesday, this group is inviting teachers and educators to attend an informal reception near their school or home to celebrate “The Day of the Teacher." Pick your local Masonic Lodge and attend an informal reception from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided.


Receptions will take place at:



Carmel Lodge On Lincoln, Between 7th and 8th Streets



Monterey Lodge, 525 Pacific Street



Salinas Lodge, 48 East Joaquin Street



Santa Lucia Lodge, 424 ½ Broadway Avenue, King City



Pacific Grove Lodge, 130 Congress Avenue



Teachers and educators are encouraged to RSVP with name, school and Masonic Lodge they plan to attend to Gene Bassett at genebassett@comcast.net.

Happy Teachers Week, teachers! You deserve all the love in the world!