Retirement Gifts for a School Secretary
When you need to get in touch with a child at school or speak with a teacher, school secretaries are the first to answer the call. Honoring a school secretary who is retiring from her post with a special gift is a kind gesture and easy way to show your appreciation for her years of service.
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Homemade Goodies
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Bestow the departing school secretary with a homemade gift from the heart. Many school employees report that their favorite gifts have been homemade treats from students and co-workers. Take the time to make up a batch of your famous chocolate chip cookies or a construct a delicious box of homemade confections. Pair the sweet treats with a heartfelt, handmade card and a bouquet of fresh flowers for a gift that will show your secretary that you care without cluttering her home.
Charitable Gifts
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Sometimes the best gifts aren't tangible. Honor a retiring school secretary by making a contribution to the school's library or a favorite charitable organization. Let the retiring secretary know about the gift by presenting her with a certificate that indicates where the donation was made and that it was given in her honor. A large number of people could be included in this type of gift by asking individuals to pool their money for the donation.
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Gift Baskets
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Retirement is supposed to be about taking the time to relax and enjoy life. Send your school secretary out for a night on the town by assembling a basket full of gift cards and all the supplies for a nice evening out. Alternately, you can supply the departing school secretary with a basket of goodies related to her hobbies. Assemble seeds, gloves and tools for a gardener or yarn, needles and a fabric store gift card for a secretary who loves to knit.
Memory Gifts
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Memories are a timeless gift. Help your school secretary recall all of her years of service by assembling a personalized scrapbook, photo album or photo matte signed by her colleagues. Include photos of past students, notes of thanks from co-workers and students, and photos of the recipient at work. A well thought-out memory gift will be a treasure for your secretary to display in her home with pride.
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