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22 Gift Ideas for the School Secretary (Who Really Runs the Show)

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Everyone knows that the school secretary is the unofficial boss of every school. The savvy teacher knows to get the school secretary on their side. So do the parents. If it’s her birthday or any day, check out our list of gift ideas for the school secretary. Any of these will be sure to put you on her good side!

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And, if they are genuinely nice-spoil them rotten for all of the great work that they do.

What to Buy for a School Secretary

So what do you get the fairest of all?  Any of these goodies will do! 

Personalized Name Plate

If your school’s secretary doesn’t already have one, give them a personalized name plate that can be put on their desk. It’s not just practical; it will also make them feel special at work every day.

Three white rolls of personalized labels.

Personalized Labels

These are handy for any educator to keep important supplies where they belong. No more missing stapler!

Inspirational Sign

Make your school secretary feel special every day with an inspirational desk sign. It can be set up in the office so everyone who comes in can be reminded of the good work they’re doing at school.

Amazon eGift Card - Generic Icons

Amazon E-gift Card

Give the gift of an digital gift card. This will take the pressure out of trying to figure out what you should buy.

Aviento You May Speak Now 11 Ounces Ultra White Ceramic Funny Coffee Mug

You May Speak Now Mug

To assert authority sometimes you have to make a bold statement. This mug does the trick!

Moodycards - Funny Office Gifts - Over 30 Different Mood and Practical Flip-Over Messages - Includes Erasable Pen and Blank Boards to Write Your own.

Moody Cards

Is your favorite school secretary too busy to talk? Help them communicate their needs with these great cards. The “I’m freezing one is a favorite!”

Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer for Coffee and Tea, Portable Cup Warmer for Travel, Office Desks, and Home, Black | Gifts for Teachers

Coffee Warmer

Sometimes it’s hard to step away from the front office. This coffee (or tea) warmer keeps your favorite pick me up from getting cold. Anything coffee related makes great gift ideas for the school secretary.

Cross Edge Gel Pen, Retractable, Medium 0.7 Mm, Black Ink, Black Barrel

Capless Gel Ink Pen

There’s always someone making off with the cheap pins. Buy the school secretary the nicest pen in the school and secure it to their desk!

Calm the F*ck Down: An Irreverent Adult Coloring Book

Calm the F#ck Down, An Adult Coloring Book

It can sometimes feel like you’re constantly dealing with people who are freaking out about something. This coloring book is an homage to all of the thoughts that run through a school secretary’s mind but they can’t say out loud. And, clearly, this coloring book is for after hours only.

Memos to Shitty People: A Delightful & Vulgar Adult Coloring Book [Paperback] [Jul 28, 2016] James Alexander

Memos to Shitty People (Adult Coloring Book)

Every person who works has had to deal with shitty people. This coloring book helps you work through the stress of dealing with them.

Icebreaker Merino Unisex Adult Quantum Gloves, Black, Small

Gloves

Give the gift of gloves because they are the least offensive gift you can give to someone.

Swingline Stapler, 30 Sheet Capacity, 747 Business Stapler, Jam Free, Metal, Rio Red (74736)

Red Swingline Stapler

Even though many resources are now digitally based. Sometimes it’s nice to have a sturdy stapler for those projects that the secretary seems to always be working on.

Womens funny school secretary V-Neck T-Shirt

Secretary T-Shirt

Sometimes the school staff just needs to share how much they love and respect the school secretary. This t-shirt does the trick!

Zojirushi SM-SA60BA Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Mug, 1 Count (Pack of 1), Black, 20 oz.

Stainless Steel Mug

Your school secretary brought up that he would like to save money on his coffee expenses. With this mug, he can brew up a great pot of coffee at home and bring it everyday-piping hot!

Blue Q Women's Funny Crew Socks - I Love My Job. Ha Ha Just Kidding! (fit shoe size 5-10)

I Love My Job-Ha Ha Just Kidding Socks

There are days when you don’t love you job. Wear these socks when that happens.

DOBIKULU Womens Grils Cute Animal Cat Socks, Cat Lover Gifts for Women, Female Presents for Mom Lady, Funny Cotton Casual Crew Novelty Socks, Fun Lovely Print Pattern Socks

Kitten Socks

Own your crazy cat lady love by wearing these socks!

Huiyuzhi Christmas Gifts Socks IF YOU CAN READ THIS BRING ME SOME WINE Funny Saying Beer Cotton Crew Socks for Men Women

If You Can Read This, Bring Me A Glass of Wine Socks

These comfy socks will communicate your needs as you rest your feet and relax on the coach after a long day at work.

Apple iPad (10th Generation): with A14 Bionic chip, 10.9-inch Liquid Retina Display, 256GB, Wi-Fi 6, 12MP front/12MP Back Camera, Touch ID, All-Day Battery Life – Blue

Apple Ipad

Bring your school secretary into the 21st century with an Ipad.

Lenovo Chromebook C330 2-in-1 Convertible Laptop, 11.6' HD Display, MediaTek MT8173C, 4GB RAM, 64GB Storage, Chrome OS, Blizzard White

Chromebook

Give the gift of a Chromebook so that your school secretary can write their life story with ease.

Acer 23.8” Full HD 1920 x 1080 IPS Zero Frame Home Office Computer Monitor - 178° Wide View Angle - 16.7M - NTSC 72% Color Gamut - Low Blue Light - Tilt Compatible - VGA HDMI DVI R240HY bidx

Monitor

Most of the gifts on this list are for making your favorite secretary’s life easier away from work. This monitor will make her job easier.

Fitbit Charge 4 Fitness and Activity Tracker with Built-in GPS, Heart Rate, Sleep & Swim Tracking, Black/Black, One Size (S &L Bands Included)

Fitbit

We’ve all been there, sitting for way too many hours each day. Giving the gift of a FitBit will help your favorite secretary stay healthy.

Kindle Oasis – With 7” display and page turn buttons

Kindle

Giving the gift of a Kindle will help your school secretary manage their reading obsession. They will no longer need to carry every book that they are reading.

12 PCS Snake Hair Clips Alloy Vintage Snake Hair Barrettes Minimalist Snake Hair Pins, Snake Hair Clip Set Hair Jewelry Decorative Hair Accessories for Women

Bumble Bee Bobby Pins

The staff will often joke that “she is as busy as a bee.” These lovely pins will drive that point home.

The school secretary is a vital part of every school community. Always remember to treat them with kindness and respect so that they will keep your schedule free.If you’re a parent, these gift ideas for the school secretary are the perfect way to say thank you for them caring for your kids!

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