Graduation Gifts

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Graduation Gifts
Graduation is always a warm, happy occasion. Mark this important milestone with a memorable gift. Here are some suggestions.

Your child has worked very hard at private school. She has covered herself in academic glory, won many honors in a wide variety of extra-curricular activities and is ready for the next step: college. Graduation is always a warm, happy occasion as family gathers to bathe in all that reflected glory. Mark this important milestone with a memorable gift. Here are some suggestions with every budget in mind.


A Biking Trip
He'll be back at school studying hard soon enough. So why not treat him (or her) to a biking trip? There are several companies which organize these action-packed trips. Check out Teen Treks and Overland, for example.

A Scooter
A scooter is sustainable transportation especially if she will be going to college in an urban area without much public transporation. The Honda Metropolitan, for example, reminds me of the classic Vespa (only less expensive). It's easy to operate and light on the pocketbook.

A Watch
There are hundreds of makers and thousands of models of watches to choose from as you well know. In every price range too. From Michele to Casio.

A Pen
The bespoke shops call them writing instruments. Whatever you call them, a fine pen is a gift to be cherished. Mont Blanc and Cross have a variety of models from which to choose.

Make your gift memorable or a keepsake or both. Best wishes to you and your family at this happy time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a suggested memorable graduation gift for a child finishing private school?
A suggested memorable graduation gift is a biking trip organized by companies like Teen Treks and Overland.
Why is a scooter a recommended gift for a child going to college?
A scooter is sustainable transportation and easy to operate, especially if she will be going to college in an urban area without much public transportation.
What types of watches are available as graduation gifts for every budget?
There are hundreds of watch makers and thousands of models available in every price range, including brands from Michele to Casio.
What is a notable gift option described as a writing instrument?
A fine pen, such as those from Mont Blanc and Cross, is recommended as a cherished graduation gift.
Why is graduation considered a warm, happy occasion in private schools?
Graduation is a warm, happy occasion because family gathers to celebrate the child's academic glory and honors in a variety of extra–curricular activities.

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