High School graduation announcements are showing up in the mail, which means, there are a lot of seniors getting ready to enter the world and take on their next adventure. Congratulations to all of those graduating this year! It is an exciting time in your life and you have your entire future in front of you.

Photo by Jp Valery on Unsplash

The big question that many ask when getting this notice- what do I get them for graduation? Some of these students you know very well, and that makes it easier to decide. What do you get the individuals you don’t know as well? Here is a list of ideas to help you out.

Top Ten Graduation Gifts

Cash- the universal gift card works for everyone
Gift Cards- fuel and food are popular, but almost any gift card is appreciated
Amazon Prime Subscription- this is a gift that lasts a full year and will give your student several discounts
Portable Chargers (Universal Chargers) these are great for cell phones or other electronic devises
Voice Controlled Devices- Hey Alexa- tune into Central MT Radio
Bike- for those kids headed to college- a bike would be very useful
Laptop- another great gift for college bound kids or kids looking to do anything else
Streaming Service- one challenge of being on your own for the first time is the cost of everything
Cookbooks- mom and dad aren’t around to cook all of those great meals- kid you are on your own
Small Toolkit- just the basics to help fix small needs

Photo by Kari Shea on Unsplash

Of course, these are just a few ideas. There are many things that work and are appreciated. A couple of things I would add is a road side safety kit, a first aid kit (home and auto) and laundry materials with a roll of quarters for the machine.

One of the best graduation gifts I received was a bathroom/ travel kit. I still use it today to carry my toothbrush, tooth paste and other bathroom needs I use when traveling. The bag is 35 years old and still works great.

Amazon-

If a present isn’t in the budget, don’t worry. A simple congratulation and a card will suffice.

If you have a story idea or something you want to learn more about, give Randy a call at 406-788-3003 or send me an email at randall.bogden@townsquaremedia.com

KEEP READING TO SEE WHAT TO SERVE AT THE GRADUATION PARTY

Foods You See At Every Graduation Party

While there is always room for "favorite foods", new additions, and change-ups, the following food items are a good representative sample of what you can expect at the typical gradation party.

CHECK OUT NICK'S LIST OF MT SCHOOL DISTRICTS

These 15 School Districts In MT Have The Best Graduation Rates

Based on Public School Review these are the 15 schools with the best graduation rate in Montana. Keep in mind these schools all have a student enrollment of under 700.