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These figures demonstrate not only the success of the first phase of applications for the inaugural edition of the \u201cMirash Ivanaj \u2013 Teacher of the Year\u201d Award, but above all the extraordinary trust that students, parents, and the educational community of Tirana have shown toward this recognition. The \u201cTeacher of the Year\u201d Award aims to become a national tradition, a moment of reflection and appreciation for those who build the future every day in the classroom.<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"1181\" data-start=\"737\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">In just two weeks, thousands of students, parents, colleagues, and school principals became part of a transparent and inclusive process, nominating teachers who have left a lasting mark on their lives. The 815 unique names from 126 public schools in the capital clearly demonstrate the need to bring the figure of the teacher back to the center of public attention as a leader of knowledge, a builder of character, and a model of citizenship.<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"1669\" data-start=\"1183\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">This award has been conceived in alignment with the educational vision of Mirash Ivanaj, author of the 1935 Educational Reform, which laid the foundations of basic education in Albania. He believed that the quality of education is the foundation of a strong and enlightened nation. The \u201cTeacher of the Year\u201d Award represents a modern continuation of this vision: an initiative that places merit above any other consideration and affirms education as the safest investment in the future.<\/p>\n<p data-end=\"1945\" data-start=\"1671\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">The nomination phase was conducted through an open online platform, ensuring equal access for everyone. 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