For the past 30 years, China has celebrated Teachers' Day on Sep 10. It is a day for people to show their respect and gratitude to teachers for their hard work and contributions to society.

Wang Liqin, who has taught special education for 12 years, gets a kiss from a student on Tuesday in in Haiyan county, Zhejiang province. Wang's school is for children with disabilities, some of whom require more care from the teachers. [Photo/IC]