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What to write in a teacher appreciation card

Teachers remember the notes more than the gifts. Here are thank-you messages for Teacher Appreciation Week and the end of the school year, from parents, students and the whole class.

By the Petal You team · Pick a message, then choose a card. It will already be filled in.

From a parent

Thank them for what you see at home: the confidence, the curiosity, the stories at dinner.

  • Thank you for everything you do for our child this year. We hear about your class every day, and it’s always with a smile.
  • Thank you for your patience, your kindness and your encouragement. You’ve made a real difference for our family.
  • Our child has grown so much this year, in reading, in confidence and in heart. Thank you for being such a big part of it.
  • Thank you for seeing the best in our kid, even on the hard days. We’re so grateful.
  • Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Thank you for making school a place our child loves to be.

From a student

Simple words kids can write (or type) themselves. Let them add one favorite memory.

  • Thank you for being the best teacher! I love learning in your class.
  • Thank you for helping me when things were hard. You make me feel smart.
  • You make learning fun! Thank you for everything this year.
  • Thank you for believing in me. I’ll always remember your class.
  • Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! You’re my favorite teacher ever.

For a preschool or daycare teacher

For the people who handle first days, big feelings and a lot of glue sticks.

  • Thank you for the hugs, the songs and the patience. Our little one loves coming to see you.
  • Thank you for taking such good care of our child every day. You’ve made these early years so happy.
  • You’ve helped our little one learn, share and grow. Thank you for everything you do.

For coaches, aides and school staff

Teacher Appreciation Week is a great time to thank everyone who helps at school.

  • Thank you for all the help, care and encouragement behind the scenes. Our school is lucky to have you.
  • Coach, thank you for teaching our kid to work hard, keep trying and be a great teammate.
  • Thank you for every book recommendation and every quiet corner to read in. You make the library magical.
  • Thank you for the extra time and patience you give every day. It means more than you know.

End of the school year

For the last week of school, when a year of memories fits in one card.

  • Thank you for an amazing year! We’ll miss your class, and we’ll never forget it.
  • What a year! Thank you for every lesson, every laugh and every bit of encouragement.
  • Enjoy a well-deserved summer! Thank you for giving our child such a wonderful year.

Short and sweet (for a gift tag)

One line for a coffee card, flowers or a tiny gift. Pair it with a Petal You QR code tag.

  • Thank you for helping me grow!
  • Thanks for being a-MAZE-ing!
  • You’re one in a million. Thank you!
  • Thank you for making learning fun.
  • Teachers plant seeds that grow forever. Thank you!

Tips for a teacher card they’ll keep

Teachers keep these for years. A few details make it special.

Questions people ask

When is Teacher Appreciation Week?

In the United States, Teacher Appreciation Week is usually held in the first full week of May, with National Teacher Day on the Tuesday of that week.

What do you write in a teacher appreciation card?

Thank them for something specific, like how they helped your child grow or a moment your child loved, and add a warm wish. One or two sincere sentences is plenty.

Ready to thank them?

Pick a thank-you card, and your message will be waiting in it. Schedule it for the first morning of Teacher Appreciation Week.

Choose a thank-you card

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