[Graduation] Thank-you messages to teachers; messages from teachers to graduates, too
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!
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From teacher to student (11–20)
Please drop by and show your face sometimes.
Once you’ve moved on, it’s easy to assume you’ll no longer have chances to show your face in the places you used to be.
This message is about encouraging that hesitant act of dropping by—from the teacher’s side.
By letting them know you’d like to see them now and then, you also convey that you’re still thinking of everyone even after they’ve left.
Even if it comes from a teacher, it can be hard to stop by without a particular reason, so it’s a good idea to be specific about the kinds of occasions you’d like them to visit.
Please allow me, as your teacher, to assign you a task: “to become happy.” The due date can be anytime.
This is a message that only a teacher who has given various assignments in class can convey—one that wishes for the students’ future happiness.
By capturing attention with the question of whether there will still be an assignment even at the moment of departure, it then transitions into a supportive message that conveys warmth.
Let’s reflect on what we want students to achieve—such as becoming happy or realizing their dreams—and consider what the final assignment should be.
The content of that final assignment will likely differ depending on whether it’s addressed to the whole group or tailored to individuals.
“○○” was wonderful!
This is a message that looks back on school life and shares, from a teacher’s perspective, which scenes were especially memorable.
Include episodes from school events, competitions, club activities and achievements—what, as a teacher, left a lasting impression and why.
Because it’s a teacher’s viewpoint, the way things felt might differ from how students experienced them—that contrast can be an interesting point.
Whether your thoughts align or differ, how about exchanging episodes and feelings with each other to check in and understand how you both feel?
From parents to teachers (11–20)
Lastly, here are example messages that parents can send to teachers who have taken good care of their children.
You as parents also want to express your gratitude to the teachers who always cared deeply about your child, right? But unlike students, parents don’t often get to meet teachers directly, so you might struggle with what to say.
In such times, think back on how your child has grown when they come home from school.
Then, try using the messages we’re about to introduce.
From parents to the teacher (1–10)
I’m sure that, thanks to Mr./Ms. 〇〇, △△ will grow up to be a kind child.
Meeting a wonderful teacher can also influence your child’s growth, can’t it? Here’s a recommended message to express gratitude for such a wonderful encounter.
It conveys the feeling that, in addition to time with family and friends, the time spent with their teacher has become something very special for your graduating child.
I believe that meeting you, Sensei, was irreplaceable for us as parent and child.
At times, some of you may have consulted teachers about various matters concerning your child.
This phrase conveys the feeling that meeting a teacher who listens with genuine care and pays close attention to your child is an irreplaceable experience—not only for the child, but for the parent as well.
Thinking that I can no longer listen to my exchanges with the teacher fills me with a deep sense of loneliness.
Not only about classes, but I imagine you had all sorts of interactions with your teacher, including casual everyday conversations.
This is a message that conveys how much you’ll miss those exchanges and expresses the trust that existed between you.
By describing specific, memorable interactions, you may help your teacher look back on them as cherished memories.
Let’s reflect on a wide range of moments—from lessons we can carry forward as life’s takeaways to everyday scenes that made us laugh.
In conclusion
The words exchanged between teachers and students at the milestone of graduation carry a special weight.
The gratitude conveyed from graduates to their teachers, and the words of encouragement from teachers to the graduates—both are important messages that look back on the days gone by and support the first step into the future.
Words written with heartfelt care will surely remain warmly in the recipient’s heart.