School’s Out: 4 Year-End Gift Ideas For Teachers

While we all know that teaching is one of the noblest professions, and that teachers basically play the role of parents when our little ones are at school, most of us will never fully understand the challenges our educators face every day just to ensure their students are learning the right things. Most teachers get presents from their students during the school year for a variety of reasons, but a gift at the end of the year – no matter the size – is a nice way of saying “thank you” to our teachers for all they’ve done.

The potential gift ideas are almost infinite, but we’ve gathered a few great year-end gift suggestions that teachers will surely appreciate:

1. Gift cards or certificates to spas, book stores, or restaurants

After a fulfilling – but exhausting – school year, teachers look forward to having a break. Between sleepless days teaching classes, and sleepless nights grading papers, they definitely deserve to be pampered. Rather than putting the cards or certificates in a plain envelope, try to add a bit of creativity to the presentation. Bonus points for you if you know your teacher’s neighborhood, since you can then pick out a spa or restaurant that is close to his or her home.

2. Digital photo frames for storing precious memories

Every school year yields a rich experience for teachers and students alike, and a lot of great memories as well. What better way to help teachers cherish those moments than by giving him or her a digital photo frame as a year-end gift? The great thing about a digital photo frame, as opposed to a traditional scrapbook or photo album, is that your teachers can display as many pictures as they want. A digital frame can even serve as an excellent teaching aid, too: as a clock, timer, or a visual aid. NIX Advance Digital Frames come with various features that teachers can use to enjoy these memories, while enhancing the classroom experience at the same time.

3. Beach or summer gear

Since the school year ends at the onset of the summer season, beach-related gift ideas are perfect for outdoor-loving teachers who are ready for a bit of vacation. A nice, large tote bag is perfect for packing everything your teacher needs for a weekend at the beach – and just like the digital photo frame, this bag can be used any time of the year. You could even include a few beach essentials, like a beach towel, water bottle, flip-flops, and cute sunglasses. To make it even more special, have his or her name embroidered or monogrammed onto the bag.

4. Handwritten cards, notes, or letters

Cliché as it may seem, consider old-fashioned, genuine, personalized letters written for your teachers. A simple “thank you,” along with a heartfelt message written on a nice card or piece of stationery and adorned with a few embellishments, is a keepsake that teachers treasure for a very long time.

There is no limit to the ways in which we can express our gratitude to our teachers. Just bringing your child to pay their teacher a visit every few years, and showing them how far they’ve come because of their efforts, can make your teacher feel like all the challenges that go with their profession have been worth it.

Beatrice Bisais

Bea is Nixplay’s Social Media Manager. She enjoys drinking coffee, reading about wars, and writing stories. Send her a message at beatrice.bisais@nixplay.com.