Graduating from high school is one of life’s rites of passage. Whether heading off to college or starting a career right out of high school, these great 2009 graduation gift ideas will help your favorite high school graduate celebrate her accomplishment.
Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook : College
A great gift for any high school graduate, this handbook provides step-by-step instructions for handling the toughest situations college has to offer. From discovering how to identify a party school to learning the best way to pass a test that was not studied for, this guide provides tips to tackling the challenges of life on a college campus. Available at most book stores or on-line at Amazon.
College-Themed Handbag
A girl can never have too many handbags. These stylish handbags from Broad Bay Cotton feature a magnetic closure, handles and are available in a variety NCAA designs. Made of 100% cotton natural fiber with double stitching along with reinforced handles and an interior pocket for a cell phone or accessories are sure to make this handbag one of her favorites.
High School Graduate Survival Basket for Girls
Show your thoughtfulness, by building your own graduation gift basket for that special graduate on your list. Start with a laundry basket and fill it with essentials for her to take off to college or to her first apartment. Fill the basket with items such as a small tool kit, collapsible clothes hamper, first aid kit, laundry detergent, and cleaning supplies. If gift basket recipient is heading off to college, include some pens, notebooks and pencils. Be creative and have fun finding items that fit her personality.
Personal Domain Name
Help your favorite high school graduate stand out from the crowd with her own unique web address. Available from giveaurl.com, each web domain package includes a registered domain name, free e-mail account, free hosting, free starter page, free blog and registration documents.
Digital Picture Frame
A great way for girls to keep their favorite high school memories on display, digital picture frames make a great graduation gift. She’ll enjoy selecting her favorite pictures and keeping them on display all year long. A variety of frame sizes, colors and memory storage capacity are available at most retailers.
Digital Notepad – DigiMemo 692
An essential graduation gift for girls heading off to college, this innovative digital notepad can transfer notes directly onto a computer. The DigiMemo 692 by ACECAD digitally captures and stores anything written or drawn with ink on regular paper. She can then easily view, organize and edit her notes later. Available from CompUSA.
Memory Quilt Kit
An ideal graduation gift for crafty and creative girls, this kit captures the moments in her life by turning high school sports t-shirts, concerts, and other favorite shirts into a unique quilt full of personality. The kit includes pre-cut pieces of fabric, cutting template, and detailed directions. Available from Uncommongoods.com.
Vivienne Tam HP Digital Clutch Laptop
Ideal for girls with a flair for fashion, this hip laptop from Neiman Marcus combines technology with beauty. A great graduate gift to help display photos, access the web and stay organized in style.
Solar Charger for Electronics
Help high school graduates stay connected with this portable pocket solar charger, It’s ideal for charging MP3 players, cameras, phones and portable organizers. Environmentally-friendly and easy to use. Available from RealGoods.com.
Stylish Rolling Laptop Bag
Girls will love this stylish and versatile laptop bag available from Kolobags. With a choice of vibrant colors, this leather brief works with or without the wheels and is great graduation gift to keep graduates organized.
