40 Gifts your High School Grad will Appreciate

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High School Graduation is a huge milestone in your grad’s life. It is the step between teenager and young adult. It is often the first time they move away from home. These 40 gifts that they will appreciate will help them make that jump.

Personal safe  

Security in college dorms is not always great and this personal safe will keep their valuables secure

FreeSip Water Bottle

This water bottle is great.  It allows them to sip through the included straw or gulp through the widemouth  It is BPA free and keeps drinks cold for 24 hours

Single Cup Keurig K-Supreme

This coffee brewer has SuperStream technology to allow for better tasting coffee, it allows foe making everything from a 6-12 ounce cup and has a good sized reservoir.

Lilly ring

If a class ring was not her thing or she is just looking to add non-costume jewelry, this ring is simple but pretty ring has a wide gold band with a square gemstone.  A great cross between statement and subtle

Faux Croc MacBook

Their Macbook will stand out and be well protected on this pretty lavender cover.  It is also vegan for the eco conscious.  Comes in other colors and finishes.

Rifle Notebook

She will need notebooks, so give her this pretty notebook with a top spiral that makes it perfect for left handers

FujiFilm Instamax 12

This camera is an update to the version 9 with programable shutter speeds and a better selfie mode. Bundle includes extra film and a carrying case

5 minute journal

College students are very busy but this journal only takes 5 minutes a day. This journal focuses your attention on the good in your life. Improve your mental well-being and feel better every day. Complain less, appreciate more and cultivate gratitude

Stella Wallet

Nice Vegan Wallet to carry them through college or their first job

Personalized Laundry Bag

Laundry Bag with initials to keep their laundry separate from their roommates or to bundle them up to bring them home. 

iwalk Charger

Portable charger for their iPhone.  Comes in multiple colors, even glitter.

Personalized Leather Portfolio

Personalize this portfolio with their name, monogram, or inspirational phrase

Weekend Tote Bag

Perfect for weekend trips home from college or weekend trips to visit friends

Apple Air Tags

Help them keep track of their stuff with an Air Tag or two

Tameka Cold Brew Maker

Cold brew is easy

Echo Dot

Great gift for a grad whether they are going to college or their first apartment

Cotton Towels

High School Grads can use a good set of towels for college or an apartment

Luna Sherpa Weighted Blanket

Helps with Stress, comes in multiple colors and patterns

Sweatshirt Patch Throw

A lightweight and comfy throw for the couch or bed. 

Soundcore Noise Cancelling Earbuds

These are great for shutting out noise while they are studying or loud roommates.

Handwriting Bracelet

Choose her name or an inspirational phrase

Jewelry Stand

Great to keep her jewelry organized in a small space

Ikea Storage Bag

Great for moving and storing stuff

Moon Pod

Yes it is more expensive than other bean bags but this anti-gravity bean offers good support And longevity.

College Gear from Fan Fanatics

 They have licensed apparel from over 500 colleges and they are cheaper than in the college store

Pottery Barn Hang a Round Chair

Extra seating is always needed for when extra friends come over.  This chair can be used for everyday seating or can be folded up out of the way as extra seating.

Project Repat Quilt

Make them a cool quilt out of their t-shirts that will bring back  great memories

Birdie +

A personal safety alarm and accompanying mobile app.  Help keep her safe on campus or out at night

The Naked Roommate

Book that gives advice for things that happen in college or any roommates situation

Centered Planner

For the grad going on to college, this planner system designed by a college professor, will get them off to great start

Dash 3 in 1


Griddle, Grill and Waffle Maker is great for the dorm room or apartment.  Cuts down on fast food trips and allows for easy cooking.

Crosley Turntable

If they have or are planning to create a vinyl collection

F.A.R Backpack

A good reliable backpack for carrying their books or for their commute

Opopop Ultimate popcorn collection

Great set for making all sorts of flavored popcorn for snacks or for a group. Add some flavor to your Microwave Popcorn

DOK Universal Charger

Charges 4 phones and 1 Tablet.  Includes Bluetooth and Alexa.  One device can be praying while others are charging.

Lens set for smartphones

A telephoto, macro, wide angle and fish eye lens for their phone for the budding photographer

Cookie Fries

Great idea if you can’t be there for the big day. 12 flavors of cookie fries with chocolate dipping sauce.  These are shortbread cookies in a French fry shape in a variety of flavors

Sarah Crossbody Pouch

When they go out without their backpack, this small crossbody pouch can hold their phone, ID, credit card and dorm or apartment key card.  Comes in sizes tailored for phone model. 

Instapot Air Fryer Vortex

This is great for a first apartment, it can air fry, and broil

LifePrinter

For when they want copies of their phone, as well Social media posts and gifs.  Great for decorating a dorm room or apartment