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What is customary to give to teachers in America at the end of the school year

'16.05.2018'

Source: Time

For class repairs, linoleum and new curtains in American schools do not fold. But to express my gratitude to the teacher of your child at the end of the school year is not only not forbidden, but even encouraged.

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Most parents donate cups for which they run out of closet space very quickly. But if you are reading this text, you hardly want to just “shoot back”. About what gifts are really pleasant and necessary for teachers, school teachers and kindergarten teachers of America told the publication Time.

Many, according to journalists of the publication, said they did not want absolutely nothing, or a postcard with a sincere signature from the child or parent would be enough. But some have asked very specific types of school supplies and equipment so that they can fully carry out their work. Unfortunately, not all schools have enough of it. Teachers often spend hundreds of dollars from their not-enough salary to equip classes with everything they need. And all you can do to minimize their personal expenses will be highly appreciated.

Art and creative supplies

“I love and use anything that can be handled — colored cards, stamps, glitter, glitter,” says Andrea Decker, a New York City kindergarten teacher. Some teachers said that a gift card to an arts and crafts store, or cards to general stores, such as Amazon, where you can also buy equipment for creative activities. Sarah Matthey, a high school teacher from Kansas City, admitted that she would like to receive sewing supplies as a gift - she and her children sew dolls in art classes.

Gift certificates for body and soul

Some educators have suggested gifts to help the teacher unwind in the chaos of everyday work, such as a gift certificate for a manicure, a visit to the spa, or dinner at a local restaurant. Ask other parents or teachers or school administrators to find out if the teacher has a favorite place that the educator enjoys attending - maybe he likes a certain cuisine or enjoys hot stone massage.

Skill Games

“I appreciate gifts that I can use with my students for the common good,” says Alison Vreland, a New York State high school teacher. For example, social skills games and stress balls are useful to help engage students in play and learning.

Chocolate

Like many of us, some teachers like to receive sweets as gifts. But it's important to remember that food gifts are a highly controversial topic. You should know the teacher well if you are going to give something like that (most of the respondents said they do not like to receive food as gifts).

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Coffee

This is a slightly different story - it seems that it was coffee that became one of the most common gifts mentioned by the interviewed teachers. Some suggested gift cards to local coffee shops or large chains whose cafes are located nearby as an idea, someone asked for capsules for a coffee machine (but it is probably worth checking if there is such a coffee machine in your class or school, and if you drink coffee from it teacher).

And although ordinary mugs are a kind of cliché, some suggested giving a thermo mug, since it is normal for a teacher to brew coffee and be able to drink it only after a few hours: a mug will help keep the drink pleasantly warm.

Small accessories for the class

“The teachers are renowned pragmatists,” says Mary Hines, a primary school teacher in Indiana. - Figurines, trinkets are pleasant, but not useful in any way. Much better to donate markers, sticky notes, and other everyday items that children can use faster than parents and administrators can replace them.

Writing Accessories

Many teachers said that pens, pencils and crayons are one of the categories of consumables that are always good. “I really like pens Inc joy"Says Josephine Salvatore, an oratory teacher in Pennsylvania. Teachers will gladly accept writing sets, especially multi-colored ones, many use colored markings and draw multi-colored schemes. Another brand that most people like are pencils. Crayola.

Sport equipment

Mary Hines says one of the most memorable gifts she has received is new balls and skipping ropes. Although this applies to equipment that is already in many schools, they need to be replaced frequently due to their rapid wear.

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