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YUM!
A sweet or homemade
treat is a great way to
share your affection
and appreciation for
a favorite teacher.
GIFTS
PERSONALIZE IT
Items including
a monogram or
initial add a
special touch.
that pass
the test
Best
EVER
“It’s a tie. Either the handknit scarf someone’s
grandmother made for me
because my student noticed I
wear scarves a lot, or a pencil
sketch of one of my dogs
based on a photograph the
girl snuck out of my classroom. I had it framed and
it hangs in my home. I will
always treasure it and think
of the artist!”
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GIFT
According to teachers,
gift cards are always put
to use. A few extra dollars
to splurge at their favorite
spot, restaurant gift cards
or movie passes are sure
to please. Go in with others to create a bouquet of
cards from retail shops,
restaurants and more.
Image BY NIKKI P. PHOTOGRAPHY
We asked teachers about the
most standout gifts they’ve
received over the years—
some are thoughtful, others
just plain bizarre. See which
gifts made the grade!
funniest
“Pencils from a student
who NEVER brought a
pencil to class.”
Full of
thought
“I got a popcorn container
stuffed with ‘movie’ candy, a
bag of microwave popcorn
and a certificate for a free
Redbox movie rental.”
www.potentialmagazine.com
Take Note
Giving thanks isn’t about the
money spent. A note of
gratitude from you or your
child is quite a treat itself.
Alabama lawmakers passed a new statewide
ethics law last May that states that a gift
from an individual should cost less
than $25 and should not exceed
a total of $50 for a full
calendar year.