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A simple way to express gratitude during teacher appreciation week
(BOISE) – Like many, I owe a debt of gratitude to the teachers and mentors who have guided me from my earliest days in kindergarten to the present.
This gratitude deepens as I witness the dedication of teachers to my own young children. Their life lessons often stick better than my own attempts to impart wisdom, a fact made evident when my two eldest daughters insisted on having their photos taken at every exhibit at the zoo, each time requesting, “Now send that to my teacher.” It’s heartwarming to see how deeply they understand that their teachers rejoice in their discoveries and triumphs and want what’s best for them.
In the various Facebook groups I’m part of, there’s often a flurry of activity leading up to Teacher
Appreciation Week, with individuals seeking ideas for gifts to express their gratitude. With all of the options, I firmly believe that the most meaningful gift to the parent, student, and teacher, is a simple note of thanks. Such gestures enrich the lives of everyone involved.