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 Thank You ProjectWriting a thank you note is an extremely important part of being an adult (You are on your way to being an adult). You should always take the time to HAND-write out a note of thanks to people who have impacted your life, given you a gift, supported you, etc. Your last assignment is the Thank You Project. Write a letters of thanks to the following people:Several teachers they must be present in the building so I can deliver them to their mailboxes; still work in this district, or you have contact information for them so it can be mailed, by ME. select at least 3 from 8th grade select at least 1 from 6th grade Select at least 2 from 7th gradeGuidance Counselor Principal or Vice Principal IF you played a sport or club, activity, etc. you must write one to ONE coach or advisor who impacted you this year (they need to at least teach in the district so I can get them the letter).Optional: Secretaries -Attendance officer (looking at you always-late minions!The Custodian, lunch lady, bus driver, etc. Minimum of 9 letters. You must get each draft checked by a peer OR teacher. You can write more than 9, but all FINAL letters are due on WEDNESDAY June 20,2018 by the end of class, NO EXCEPTIONS. I will need to deliver them that afternoon.Follow the steps below to write a powerful, successful thank you note. 1 Be specific when you are thanking the person. Try to provide an anecdote about WHY this person impacted your life so much. Briefly mention the specific 'gift' or kindness you’re thanking the recipient for. The more specific you can make the anecdote the more personal your note becomes. This strikes a chord in the receiver and help your note have a lasting impact. Why will you always remember this person and what they did for you? 2 Try adding a warm thought like one of these…“You’re the best.”“I’m humbled and grateful.”“You knocked me off my feet!”“My heart is still smiling.”“Your thoughtfulness is a gift I will always treasure.”“Sometimes the simplest things mean the most.”“The banana bread was fabulous. You made my day.”“I’m touched beyond words.”“All I can say is wow! (Except, of course, I’m grateful.)”“My heart just keeps thanking you and thanking you.”“You’re a blessing to me.”“Thank you for being my angel.”3 Sample Messages IF you are really stuck: Thoughtful and generous are two words I think of when I think of you. Thanks!My hand is writing this message because the bottom of my heart cannot hold a pen. I am very much grateful, from the bottom of my heart.I don't know how you did it, but you chose a perfect gift for a very picky person. Congratulations! And thank you!I will try not to ever underestimate your generosity. You have proven that you have no limits to your generosity.You are one of the most generous people I know, and I know a lot of people.Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be grateful.If you could see my face, you'd see the smile you put on it.I would be grateful even if I didn't write this thank you card, but I wanted to let you know that I think you are cool. I couldn't find any "I think you're cool" cards at the store.I appreciate the (gift name) you gave me. It is a really great gift. You are thoughtful, and I am blessed to have a (relationship title) like you. Thank you!Thanks for knowing me and my weird taste. You did an amazing job finding a gift I love.I don't know how you knew what I wanted. You blew me away with your thoughtfulness and generosity.You are one of the most generous people I know. I was blown away when I opened your gift. Thank you!You are a blessing in my life. This awesome, thoughtful, generous gift you gave me is proof of that fact.I appreciate your support and generosity. Thank you for celebrating my graduation with me. The (money/gift cards) will be useful for (college/moving out/buying a car).What a surprise! You never fail to surprise me every time you give me a gift.How can I say thanks in a way that will express the gratitude I feel. How about a hug?4 Look ahead. Mention the next time you might see them, or just let them know you’re thinking of them. How will you use the “gift” they have given you in the future? Let them know their impact will be lasting and not forgotten. 5 Warm ClosingsA warm closing is like the bow on top of your thank-you message. This is a chance to have some "fun" with your writing. Choose one or create your own.Warmly,Love,With love,Lots of love,Love always,Much love to you,Love and thanks,Warmest thanks,Beyond grateful,Feeling spoiled,Gratefully,With gratitude,Blessings,God bless,God bless you,God bless you now and always,Thank you Thank you Thank you, Some Thank You Project Don’ts (from Southern Living Magazine)Don’t exaggerate. Of course you can rave about a gift, but don’t lie about how much you like something. It may be obvious if you say, “The monogrammed soap is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen!” Most likely you’ve seen better, so simply say, “The monogrammed soap was very thoughtful and will be perfect for the powder room.”Don’t be stiff. Show your personality. It’s okay to use humor, sarcasm, or idioms to express yourself, as long as you’re not insulting the gift. If you’re questioning whether you should write a certain joke or phrase, ask yourself if you would say it in-person. Try to maintain the same tone with the person on paper as you would in-person.Don’t refer to specific amounts of money. These might seem like the hardest notes to write, but all you have to say is “I greatly appreciate your generosity. I hope to use the money to…” Just make sure the giver would support your money plans. Your great-aunt may not support a weekend getaway to Vegas, but she would understand a “much-needed vacation.”Don’t ramble. You may want to go on and on about how your new job is going, a family friend you ran into, or that new movie you saw, but don’t. Be concise. It is a thank-you note after all, so stick to the thanks. If you feel like writing more, write them a separate note to fill them in on your life and see how they’re doing.Don’t assume an in-person thanks is enough. If a person went to the trouble of hosting a party or purchasing a gift for you, you surely can take the time to write a note. Make sure to thank the host of a party in-person, but since your thanks may get lost in the excitement, a note is a great addition. ................
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