[Graduation] Thank-you messages to teachers; messages from teachers to graduates, too

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I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”
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Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.

At the special milestone of graduation, you want to share words that express gratitude and give courage.

Still, whether you’re a graduating student hoping to send a heartfelt message to a teacher who supported you, or a teacher wishing to cheer on students as they set off, when it comes time to write, it’s easy to get stuck on what to say.

In this article, we introduce messages you can use for teachers at graduation, messages from teachers to graduates, and messages from parents to teachers.

You’re sure to find words that truly convey your feelings!

From Students to Teacher — Club Activities Edition (1–10)

Thanks to Professor/Coach [Name]’s passionate guidance, I believe I was able to grow as a person through club activities.

Students likely feel a bond with the teachers who coached their clubs that goes beyond what they experienced through regular classes or homeroom.

Whether “passionate guidance” means strict or simply devoted aside, it’s certain they poured a tremendous amount of energy into us.

Please express your gratitude for that energy with these words.

I’m sure this message will soothe the teacher’s tired heart from all the guidance beyond normal lessons.

May that comfort sustain them as they guide new students again next year.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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The sight of my teacher rejoicing over my first victory still encourages me to this day.

Among the many things we experienced in school life, moments of success are especially memorable, aren’t they? This is a message that looks back on those successes and victories and expresses gratitude to the teacher who rejoiced with us.

By vividly depicting the scenes where they celebrated just like we did, we can clearly convey our trust in the teacher and our bond as teammates.

Letting them know we cherish the memories of celebrating together will also convey a sense of strength—the determination to move forward with gratitude.

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kappamaki

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Even now, when I get nervous, I remember my teacher’s words and encourage myself.

Words that express gratitude for the encouragement I received and my determination to keep those words as nourishment as I continue to do my best.

As I step into a new environment, there will likely be even more moments of tension.

However, I can convey that in such times, the words from my teacher will once again give me strength.

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SAKI

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During the ◯◯ tournament, when I was nervous and afraid of making mistakes, my teacher taught me the importance of giving my all even if I make mistakes.

A sentence that conveys your gratitude for the words you received at the time, while incorporating a real experience.

It’s also recommended to use the example sentence as a reference and adapt it with your own story.

Think about how to express your feelings about the words you were given so that they truly resonate with your teacher, and give it a try.

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SAKI

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Being encouraged by my teacher in club activities with the words ‘◯◯’ gave me confidence, and practicing △△ became enjoyable.

These are words that convey your gratitude as you look back on your club activities, which were both enjoyable and challenging.

In the blank space in the first half, include the words that were actually said to you, and in the second half, include the name of the club.

With such a specific message, it will surely move your teacher.

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SAKI

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I will continue to do XX without forgetting your teachings.

This is a message that looks back on the lessons from your teacher that left the strongest impression on you and conveys your desire to cherish those teachings.

Be sure to describe clearly how those words resonated with you, including specific episodes, and express your gratitude as well.

By telling them you want to continue valuing their lessons, you’ll likely make them feel glad they taught you.

It can also be a good idea to deliberately focus on the funny, non-moral parts to make your teacher laugh.

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From teacher to student (1–10)

Next, we’ll introduce example messages from teachers to students! It’s not only students who feel gratitude.

Teachers themselves also have feelings of appreciation and many other emotions toward their students.

We’ve gathered words perfect for a final lesson to students who are about to soar into the future—filled with support and the promise to keep watching over them.

Think about what you want to say, one last time, to the students with whom you’ve shared the same classroom and the same moments, and choose a message!