Let's be honest: we're living through one of the most unprecedented times in history. Not only is everyday life changing, but education is changing as well. I've seen it first hand as an educator, myself.
College seniors graduating with an education degree don't know when or if they'll find a job for the new school, and if they do find a job, there's a very real possibility that they'll begin their teaching career via distance learning.
With all of that in mind, the education majors in the class of 2020 are going to need some unique gifts so they can be set up for success in whatever teaching circumstance they find themselves in this fall.
1. Zoom University Sweatshirt
I mean, they have to document how they finished their educational journey, especially as educators!
2. A Go-To Teaching Mug
There is a mug for every teacher at every level, and whether they're teaching remotely or in-person next year, coffee is always a must.
3. A Good Planner
Every teacher needs a great planner to keep track of everything they have to do, both personally and professionally!
4. Notebooks
I know, I know, after all of the notes you took in college, you probably never want to see a notebook again, but notebooks will become your best friend to jot down observations about a child or lesson quickly!
5. Pens
You will use pens for everything, and I mean everything. Avoid red pens, though. They have such a negative association with them. Mix it up and buy your recent grad all the colors of the rainbow!
6. Something Personalized With Their Name On It
Becoming a teacher is a big deal, and when you have something to add to your room (or backdrop) with your name on it, it makes your classroom truly feel like it's your own!
7. A Good Teacher Bag
We are always bringing things back and forth from our houses to school and back again. Talk to any teacher, and they'll say a teacher bag is a must!
8. Succulents
Their future classroom may or may not have a lot of natural light, so buying them some succulents to stick around the classroom will help incorporate the outside feel into any room!
9. A Good Lanyard
Teachers have ID cards, keys, you name it! It's hard to keep track of it all, so a lanyard is always a nice gift so they can keep it all in one spot.
10. Post-Its
The perfect solution to when your future teacher needs to leave a note about something they need to do later.
