Two-fifths of Scots believe teachers are more influential than stars with huge online followings. Do you agree?
Teachers change lives. Mrs Brooks taught me English at Macduff High and I have never forgotten her.
Ronald James, Angus
Good teachers are worth their weight in gold. They influence children in a way celebrities never can. One of my favourite teachers insisted on spelling tests almost every day. I still spell well.
Joan Fordyce, Forfar
My primary school teacher was the best. She taught us manners and discipline.
Lorraine Anderson, Edinburgh
My first teacher in the early 50s sticks in my mind. She was instrumental in my love of reading.
James Walker, Glenrothes
Depends on the teacher. One told me that if God was not more real to me than the desk I was sitting at, I was not a Christian. I stopped going to church.
Liz Kelly, Glasgow
Most kids still have respect for teachers and listen to what they say in class.
Jean-claude Huntzinger, Lochgelly
Teachers change lives. Look how many successful people single out a teacher as having encouraged their potential..
Judi Martin, Aberdeenshire
Most youngsters nowadays are more sensible than we think. My granny was the best influence I ever had. I loved her and respected her in every way.
Margaret Brown, Rutherglen
I became a history teacher because of the help and support I received from my teachers. I hope I was able to pass some of that on to my own pupils.
Lorna Smith, North Yorkshire
Social media wins every time. I can’t say I ever had a favourite teacher who influenced me.
Carol Whitehead, Prestwich