Teacher Appreciation Week - Events (2024)

FAQs

What do you say at teacher Appreciation Week? ›

So to all of our hardworking teachers: thank you, thank you, thank you, for your unwavering dedication, passion, and tireless efforts in shaping minds and nurturing souls. You truly do make a difference every day. Thank you for all you do. You're awesome.

Teachers really appreciate gift cards (along with handwritten notes). No surprise here. Think Amazon, Costco, Target or Staples. These allow teachers to buy what they want for their classroom or for personal use.

The power of a great teacher is profound, and — on National Teacher Appreciation Day and during National Teacher Appreciation Week — we thank them for their tireless efforts and recommit to taking care of our teachers, just as they have taken care of all of us.

“If your child has the teacher for just one period of the day, $10 to $20 is appropriate.” Melissa Verity Baral teaches kindergarten in Los Angeles and tells SheKnows most parents give $25 to $50 gift cards.

It really depends on each individual family's circ*mstances, too. For some, $100 is right on the mark, while for others it's overly generous. It certainly seems that no one finds it stingy, however.

Make sure teachers hear the value of their work from the students themselves. Have students share thank-you messages with teachers past and present through notes, artwork, videos, stories, or other means. Invite students to help decorate for Teacher Appreciation Week.

Teachers' Day in India is celebrated on 5th September to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. He was a renowned scholar, recipient of Bharat Ratna, first Vice-President, and second President of independent India. He was born on 5 September 1888.

The Real Value of Feeling Valued

Recognition isn't just about feeling good. Gallup research shows that consistent recognition for doing good work has a direct influence on the key performance measures that we use to evaluate our schools. Teachers who receive regular recognition and praise: are more productive.

What is the message of teachers Day? ›

Teachers' Day is a special day to thank and remember the teachers who have shaped us and show our appreciation for them.

Gifts raise ethical and fairness concerns.

Legally, most public school teachers are not allowed to accept gifts worth more than $50, but even if a family gives me a $5 gift, I think about the time and labor that went into it… and frankly, feel uncomfortable. What is this?

For co-workers, casual friends and your children's teachers, stay in the $10 to $20 range. Gift cards for close friends and family members can range from $25 to $100. When you're selecting a gift card for a spouse, parent or someone else who's very special, choose a card worth $75 or more.

The State Ethics Commission for the government of Massachusetts, for example, states that teachers "may not accept any gift worth $50." Most other states have the same ethics code, but with a limit set even lower. A safe bet would be to keep your gift under $20, and public opinion is right around that same number.

I want to say a (sincere / heartfelt / genuine) thanks for being my teacher this school year. As a teacher, you are so (fun / exciting / entertaining), (kind / friendly / helpful), and (inventive / original / creative). My favorite part of class this year was learning about (lesson or subject).

Keep it sincere and personal. Share specific examples of how the teacher has impacted your child's education or character development. Mention any challenges your child may have been overcome with the help of the teacher, the impact it's had, and how much it means to you.