Provider Appreciation Day is an annual celebration that recognizes the work and commitment of child care providers, teachers, and other educators of children and youth. On May 10, 2024, the Department of Defense and Office of Military Community and Family Policy expressed their gratitude to all teachers, child care staff, and Family Child Care providers who nurture, educate, guide, support and care for military-connected children and youth so that they can learn, grow, and thrive. See the following article on Military One Source to view the special messages of thanks to DoD teachers and child care providers from top enlisted leaders from across the Service branches: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/education-employment/for-children-youth/thanks-teachers-child-care-providers/.