Things to Say in Graduation Cards
Although there's no definite etiquette regarding things to say in a graduation card, there are a couple of things that you should include. Since graduations are monumental achievements and often signify the beginning of new life paths, it's important to address a graduate's accomplishments and your faith in their future.
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Make It Personal
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What you write in a graduation card will vary according to the type of graduation the person had. For example, you would say different things in a card for a high school graduate as opposed to someone who graduated from college or another higher learning program. Your relationship with the graduate will also play a role in the card's contents. Whatever your relationship and wherever they graduated from, it's important to say something personal. This can include memories you've shared, details about the path that got them to graduation and how proud you are of their accomplishments. Although graduation cards may already cite something similar, it's worth taking a little extra time to ensure that the card is personalized for the recipient.
Looking Towards the Future
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Additionally, it's a good idea to say some words about the graduate's upcoming endeavors. Perhaps they are continuing with their education or entering the work force for the first time; no matter the case, you should let them know the confidence you have for their future. Graduations are usually symbolic of closing one door and opening another. Along those lines, share your well wishes, support and enthusiasm for their next chapter. It's also worth conveying that you're excited to have been a part of their life and will continue to lend your support for all of the things they do.
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Quotes & Poems
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If the graduate is going into a certain professional area (nursing, teaching) or has a favorite author or famous person they admire, you can include a matching quote or poem tailored to their area of interest. Many websites and databases include a range of quotes that are broken into categories, such as subject and author. Since graduations are such milestones, many people hold onto graduation cards and look back to them for a source of inspiration. Including a quote or poem that means something adds a special touch and can serve as the perfect conclusion for what you've written.
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