Earrings as a teacher gift. Yay or nay?

[Anonymous]

I taught first grade. One year, a few days before the holidays, while lining up for dismissal, a child handed me a wrapped present. His friend turned up his nose and said: “It’s SOAP!” The gift giver’s face fell. Trying to make him feel better, I quickly said: “I love soap. Why, soap is my FAVORITE gift to get. I can’t wait to see what kind of soap this is!” The next day, one of the children brought me a used piece of soap wrapped in newspaper…..it was a heartfelt gift. He “shopped” all by himself.

[Anonymous]

I would have to vote no on this. Nice thought - thinking outside the (jewelry) box and all, but no.

I have pierced ears, but only wear very, very lightweight earrings that meet my standards of adding to my outfit/bringing sparkle to my face.

So, I'm picky.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I taught first grade. One year, a few days before the holidays, while lining up for dismissal, a child handed me a wrapped present. His friend turned up his nose and said: “It’s SOAP!” The gift giver’s face fell. Trying to make him feel better, I quickly said: “I love soap. Why, soap is my FAVORITE gift to get. I can’t wait to see what kind of soap this is!” The next day, one of the children brought me a used piece of soap wrapped in newspaper…..it was a heartfelt gift. He “shopped” all by himself.

Best post of the day!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I taught first grade. One year, a few days before the holidays, while lining up for dismissal, a child handed me a wrapped present. His friend turned up his nose and said: “It’s SOAP!” The gift giver’s face fell. Trying to make him feel better, I quickly said: “I love soap. Why, soap is my FAVORITE gift to get. I can’t wait to see what kind of soap this is!” The next day, one of the children brought me a used piece of soap wrapped in newspaper…..it was a heartfelt gift. He “shopped” all by himself.

very sweet

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thanks for the feedback. I guess there are enough naysayers that I don't know how she'd take it. They are cute (IMO) and from Stella and Dot. Not high end gold or silver, but more expensive than what I normally give as a giftcard. Definitely not clearance, and yes I'd wear them myself. I guess I will be..

Stella and Dot?

No. Please no. I hate that stuff.

+1!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:No.

I don't like people buying jewelry or clothes for me. It's too personal.

Barnes and Noble gift card is just fine.

I thought gifts were supposed to be personal.

Personally, I would love a B&N (or any!) gift card! I think it's personal enough. I can go and get what I want.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I taught first grade. One year, a few days before the holidays, while lining up for dismissal, a child handed me a wrapped present. His friend turned up his nose and said: “It’s SOAP!” The gift giver’s face fell. Trying to make him feel better, I quickly said: “I love soap. Why, soap is my FAVORITE gift to get. I can’t wait to see what kind of soap this is!” The next day, one of the children brought me a used piece of soap wrapped in newspaper…..it was a heartfelt gift. He “shopped” all by himself.

Best post of the day!

Sigh. Yes, I wish all teachers (people) were like this.

[Anonymous]

No earrings. Gift card.

[Anonymous]

Gifts are given to show appreciation to another human being.

It reflects the taste and sensibility of the "gift giver". The "gift receiver" should accept it graciously for the thought and not the monetary value or the usefulness of the gift.

The things you love the most, you end up buying yourself.

No parent needs to give gifts to the teacher. The teachers are compensated for doing their job. No teacher should dictate what gift they should be given. This is not a "payment" that they are entitled to.

It is the thought. From both sides.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Gifts are given to show appreciation to another human being.

It reflects the taste and sensibility of the "gift giver". The "gift receiver" should accept it graciously for the thought and not the monetary value or the usefulness of the gift.

The things you love the most, you end up buying yourself.

No parent needs to give gifts to the teacher. The teachers are compensated for doing their job. No teacher should dictate what gift they should be given. This is not a "payment" that they are entitled to.

It is the thought. From both sides.

Bedtime yet granny?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Gifts are given to show appreciation to another human being.

It reflects the taste and sensibility of the "gift giver". The "gift receiver" should accept it graciously for the thought and not the monetary value or the usefulness of the gift.

The things you love the most, you end up buying yourself.

No parent needs to give gifts to the teacher. The teachers are compensated for doing their job. No teacher should dictate what gift they should be given. This is not a "payment" that they are entitled to.

It is the thought. From both sides.

Bedtime yet granny?

More people should be like that poster.