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Perfectly Imperfect
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Perfectly Imperfect asked in Society & CultureEtiquette · 1 decade ago

In this particular situation, what is an appropriate gift for a high school graduate (details to follow)) ?

We haven't heard from this particular family in a couple of years. Their oldest just graduated from highschool. They live several states away and we were invited to the graduation; unfortunatey we cannot attend.

We would like to congratulate her with a gift- which is most appropriate- money or a some kind of keepsake?

If money, what amount is appropriate (I say $50 but my husband thinks that's too much) ?

If a keepsake or other significant gift- what would be appropriate?

Thanks so much!!

Update:

Oh, when we got married she was one of the flower girls!!!

I guess that constitutes as close, right? Even though communication has dwindled over the years.

Update 2:

Oops- Hi Ms. Hope! :)

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It looks like we're going to go with at least a $50 gift certificate to an online textbook seller (like textbooks.com or similar).

Thanks again everyone! :)

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  • ........
    1 decade ago
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    Hi Ms. Daisy :-)

    Do you know which college he's attending? If you wanted to personalize something perhaps a college sweatshirt etc... It's not unique by anyones standards, but it is a practical gift. Bulky college sweatshirts never go out of style.

    I'm sure all graduates would in time appreciate gift certificates to bookstores since they'll certainly use it down the line.

    Whatever you decide, I'm sure he will appreciate it in the spirit in which it was given.

    Good luck.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    I think $25 is a good amount. If you're not that close to her then $25 is an appropriate amount. Just go with what you feel you should give. You could even give her a $25 gift certificate from Amazon if they are offered. Then she can put it toward a text book that she will need her first quarter or semester there. I was always grateful to have others help with books since they are SO expensive!! Hope this helps.

  • Where's my coffee?!
    Lv 5
    1 decade ago

    Money is the way to go, and if you haven't seen the graduate and her family for a while, two $20's will make you and your husband very popular when it comes time to open the cards. In reality, it won't go very far (may buy a whole book if she's lucky) but every little bit counts. Even a $20 would be more than enough considering how long it's been since you're contacted these friends.

    Source(s): poor college student
  • ?
    5 years ago

    $50

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  • Woody L
    1 decade ago

    If she is going to be moving out of her parent's house, please consider giving her a basic tool kit: screwdrivers, hammers, wrenches, etc. A lot of young ladies who move out on their own don't have these things and soon find that they need them. In our extended family, that's the standard high school graduation gift for females. Males get a cookbook and a good kitchen knife!

    Source(s): You may be able to convince your husband that this is money well spent that will make a difference in her life.
  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    In my opinion, money, for sure. $50 is OK if you were really close to the family a long time ago. If not, 25 or so is fine. good luck in your decision.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    money, no doubt. just entering college, funds will be a challenge for her, so i'd say about $25-$35 would be appropriate

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    money or a savings bond,cd,etc

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