REPOST - Ideas for Teacher Appreciation

Hi,
Big task for you:-) I found its easier to just call the parents because they are less likely to say no when they are actually talking to you lol. Good gift ideas are things that they would use in the classroom that they usually spend their own money on. I made a basket like that for my daughter's teacher and she just couldnt tell me enough how much she appreciated it and how much money it saved her. The queen for the day is an awesome thought. I may need to keep that in mind. Keep us posted as to how it goes.

As a current teacher myself, I can tell you we love gift certificates. We get so much of the little nick nack stuff, candles, lotions, and classroom supplies. I agree, I would call parents on the phone and ask them if they would be willing to contribute a specific amount so that the class can reach a certain goal to be able to give each teacher. Also having parents bring homemade desserts, breakfast items, or ect. is a great idea. We also LOVE to eat!! Good luck. They will appreciate anything that you do. Just knowing that you are important and valued is more than anything than you can give them!!

Queen for the day is excellent place to start but you need to find out what each teacher uses daily and try to include that in your baskets also see if any parents are willing to donate cash for gift certificates for your local day spa to go along with your queen theme.

As a former teacher myself i can't think of anything a teacher would appreciate more than gift certificates. Maybe from P&S office supply or Target or maybe just a Visa Gift Card. You could also get crafty and make a scrapbook of all the kids if you have time to take the pics. Anyway good luck

For my DS teachers.. I filled a flower pot with all sorts of gardening things (seeds, gloves, tools etc) and wrote on the sides Thank you for helping me grow. I am including a picture of my son, but it would be a great idea to get a class picture and put in there.

Good luck!