Here's how to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week when they need it more than ever

The past year has changed the lives of nearly everyone, but it's been a roller coaster for teachers. Many classes quickly transitioned to virtual at the beginning of the pandemic, with some returning to in-person teaching while others are still operating online.

From bad internet connections to having to teach students behind plexiglass, teachers have had to find ways to keep students engaged and interested in school more so than ever. Now is the perfect time to repay them for all the effort they've put in as it's Teacher Appreciation Week.

Here's all you need to know about the week honoring those in education:

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/education/2021/05/03/what-know-teacher-appreciation-week-and-national-teacher-day/4924803001/