Antonio Becerra Gaytán honored as Illustrious Teacher in Chihuahua

In Chihuahua, Mexico, a plaque was unveiled to induct Professor Antonio Becerra Gaytán into the Rotonda de los Maestros Ilustres as a 'Maestro Ilustre 2026'. The ceremony, held in conjunction with World Teachers' Day, honored his extensive career in education.

Becerra Gaytán, born in 1933, held various teaching and leadership roles, including serving at the Escuela Normal del Estado de Chihuahua and the Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua. The nomination for this honor was proposed by the SNTE Section 8.

During the event, Myrna Monge Meléndez, president of the Chihuahua City Council's Education Commission, praised Becerra Gaytán’s dedication to training generations of citizens. The commemoration aligned with the UNESCO theme for World Teachers' Day, which focuses on supporting teaching professionals.