I don't think giving teachers gifts is an obligation at all. (If I were keeping score, I'd be disappointed -- 340 students and only ten or so gifts? Come on, whose slacking here?) But it is appreciated, being appreciated for the work we do. And I agree with Kacie and V, the relationships I have with the kids are not at all "office." I just love being around them and hearing them laugh at all the right places when I'm doing read-alouds in funny voices. Such an ego boost! It's purely selfish on my part.



Roxy