With teachers going above and beyond lately to make the transition to at-home learning as smooth as possible, you may be wondering how to thank them this year. Though Teacher Appreciation Week is unconventional this year, there are still plenty of ways your children can thank their teachers for a great school year. Listed below are five easy ways you can virtually let your teachers know you appreciate them!
- Write a thank-you note and mail it. Write a thank-you note, or have your child write one, take a picture of it, and email it to your teacher.
- Take a picture or video of your child saying thank you. You can also ask your child to say what he or she likes best about the teacher!
- Photo collage: Organize a classroom picture of each student holding a paper heart and email it to your teacher.
Step 1: If you don’t have contact with all the parents in the class, ask your school office for a directory of your child’s class. Let them know it’s for a teacher appreciation project!
Step 2: Send out a group email with your idea to thank your children’s teacher, with detailed instructions on what you want in the photo.
Step 3: Make a digital collage of all the photos! You can use any photo editing program or websites like Canva.com, where you can make one for free.
Step 4: Email it to your teacher! - Send a e-gift card: If you want to purchase a gift, you can always purchase an e-gift card and send it through email. For example: Starbucks, Amazon, Target, Barnes and Noble, or Dunkin’ Donuts.
- Class video collage: Have students in your child’s class email you a short video of them saying what they love most about their teacher, then compile the videos and send them to your teacher. iMovie is a good program for this, and you can get it for free on Apple computers. It is easy to use and perfect for a project like this.
Even though the year took a surprising turn, children can still show their appreciation for their teachers with small gifts or homemade cards. It’s the thought that counts, and any show of appreciation will go a long way.
Christine Wooler has experience working with children as a youth soccer coach and summer camp counselor. She is currently studying English Literature and journalism in college. She enjoys exploring educational topics that help students have fun while learning.