As I organise my welcome to school gifts for students and introduction letters to parents there's one other person on my list who needs some attention- my wonderful teachers aide! I am fortunate enough to work in a school where I have a teachers aide in my room for most of the day. She is amazing and I can honestly say that my days would be duller without her. She sharpens the pencils, supports our students, provides an extra pair of hands to tie the never ending flood of shoe laces with… the list goes on! Whether they be new to my room or not, I like to set the tone and welcome volunteers and teachers aides with a small gesture to show my appreciation for all their hard work and commitment. Last year I made up a pencil case with some classroom essentials inside. This is especially handy for teachers aides who move between classes as they can keep their supplies with them and save time searching in unfamiliar rooms. Since I will be working with the same teachers aide again this year I wanted to make something a little different.
This jar looks small in the photograph but it's actually an old coconut oil jar. It's about as tall as a pen. Inside I have: sticky notes, a mini stapler and refills, pens, sharpies, a pencil sharpener, hand sanitizer, a highlighter and lollies (of course!). In total this cost me less that $10 (thanks to Kmart & the reject shop).
It's always nice for everyone to start the year on a positive note.
Beck xx
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