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Brooklyn, New York
June 2021
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COURIER L 26 IFE, JUNE 25-JULY 1, 2021
Great gifts for
today’s grads
The following are nine graduation gift ideas. Metro Creative Connection
By the time students reach graduation
day, many have taken
hundreds of tests, written
scores of essays, worked through
thousands of pencils, and made dozens
of friends along the way. Such
realities only underscore the notion
that graduation is worthy of celebration.
Though not everyone may be able
to gather this year for a blow-out
graduation party, thoughtful gifts
can show graduates their accomplishments
have not gone unnoticed.
The following are nine graduation
gift ideas.
• Keepsake blanket: A blanket
featuring school colors that’s woven
with photos or data about the graduate
and graduating class makes a
great keepsake.
• Engraved compass: Finding
one’s new direction will take time,
and a symbolic compass with inspirational
words can help guide graduates
on their future quests.
• Jewelry: Gift-givers may want
to offer to pay for a school ring or
can opt for different jewelry. For example,
a necklace with the infi nity
symbol can represent infi nite possibilities
ahead. Those who collect
charms for bracelets or necklaces
can be gifted a graduation-themed
charm.
• Dorm room essentials: Graduates
going on to college will need a
starter pack of essentials. A personalized
tote bag fi lled with toiletries,
linens and more will help graduates
outfi t their dorm rooms in style.
• Inspirational art: Graduates may
want to revamp their bedrooms or
decorate new dorm rooms. Framed
inspirational verses, sayings or images
can make ideal gifts.
• Blue-blocking eyeglasses: Blueblocking
lenses protect eyes from
the harsh effects of blue light emitted
from screens, a big benefi t in an
era when students and professionals
spend ample time with their devices.
• Meal subscription service: In addition
to gifting a cooking appliance
like a slow cooker or air fryer, giving
grads a subscription to a meal delivery
service may help them transition
to life without mom’s cooking or the
dining hall.
• Streaming service: Graduates
can benefi t from any number of
streaming television and movie services
to stay entertained while commuting
or relaxing around the dorm
with friends.
• Luggage: Whether students intend
to take a gap year before college
or enjoy a summer break before looking
for their fi rst job out of school,
young adults will always get use out
of a set of luggage or a carry-on bag.
Gifts for grads evolve throughout
the years, but many gifts have withstood
the test of time.
Metro Creative Connection
Graduation
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Catholic Academy of Brooklyn
Brooklyn, New York
June 2021
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