On National Teacher Appreciation Day, President Obama welcomed Teachers of the Year to the White House, thanked them for their service, and shared a story about one of his favorite teachers.

On Teacher Appreciation Day, Secretary Duncan visited Randolph Elementary School in Arlington, Va, where he thanked teachers for "the hard work and the difference you’re making in children's lives."

Watch this Spanish-language video about Demi Moreno, a middle school student who is already making big plans for college -- and taking the tough courses to get there and succeed.

"I want every child in this country to head back to school in the fall knowing that their education is America’s priority," President Obama said. "Let’s fix No Child Left Behind."