5 Gift Ideas for High School Girls
December 14, 2011
In our previous post, we offered a Holiday Gift Guide for teenage boys. Now, here are our gift suggestions for your high school daughter:
(1) Clothes/favorite store gift card – Teenaged girls love keeping up with the trendy clothes worn by celebrities. Even if their (or your) budget does not allow for pricey outfits, many stores like H&M or Old Navy offer current fashions that don’t break the bank. The safest gift is a gift certificate to her favorite store, which allows the recipient to continue developing her own sense of style. If you’re sure you know what the teen will like, give her a nice new outfit – but don’t forget the gift receipt!
(2) Accessories – What girl (or woman) wouldn’t like to receive a cute piece of jewelry, nice perfume, trendy shoes or a gorgeous handbag? Surely the teenage girl on your list will appreciate the time you take to select such a gift. Before you go to the mall, make sure to look at her wardrobe so you know the colors and styles that she prefers. And ask for a gift receipt…
(3) Laptop accessories – Assuming she already has a laptop, your daughter may be looking for ways to personalize it. Head on over to www.snapfish.com and create a custom skin. Or, check out the many laptop cases on the market today. Not only will the gift earn you points for creativity, but it will also help her keep an eye on the computer!
(4) Picture frame – Most high school girls have a multitude of photos with their family and friends. Today, many are digital and stored on her phone or computer. What better way to display her pictures than with a digital frame? She can set it up to rotate through a slideshow that can be changed as new memories are created.
(5) Tickets to tween concert/movie – Is Justin Bieber coming to a stage near you? Is she on Team Edward or Team Jacob? Tickets to either a concert or a gift certificate to the movies will bring a smile to any high school girl’s face!
(Of course, the ideas for high school boys all apply to these young ladies as well!) We hope our suggestions help you find the “perfect” gift for the teenage girl on your list.
5 Gift Ideas for High School Guys
December 12, 2011
Having trouble figuring out a good holiday gift for your high school son? Need a gift idea for a high school guy? How about these cool ideas:
(1) Money or a gift card – Cold, hard cash is a perennial favorite among teenage boys. They can combine it with other savings to purchase a big ticket item, or spend it at their favorite store. The bonus? Teaches cash management skills!
(2) Laptop, tablet, iPod, Kindle or other electronics – Depending upon your budget, a new laptop (or even a tablet such as an iPad) or iPod/MP3 player or other electronic gifts are always a favorite among the high school set. If the recipient is a high school senior, a new laptop certainly will be used in college! As more books and textbooks become available in electronic formats, a Kindle/Nook will be easier to carry than a backpack.
(3) Stock, CD or other investment complete with book written for teens – While the stock market may be wreaking havoc with parents’ 401(k)s, teens are finding it invigorating. Fuel your high schooler’s interest in high finance with an investing guide written just for him, such as The Motley Fool Investment Guide for Teens.
(4) Favorite team paraphernalia – Is your gift recipient a die-hard Lakers fan? Love the Giants or the Patriots? Must see every UFC fight? Indulge him with a team jersey, signed ball or photo, or tickets to a game. What a way to make a memory!
(5) Sports equipment – Does your son ski, snowboard or skateboard? Does he play a sport? Is he into computer games and the Wii? Think about what he enjoys and give him a gift that reflects his personality and interests.
Look for our gift guide for high school girls shortly!
Ear on Careers – Feuza Reis, Photographer
December 9, 2011
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In this episode of “Ear on Careers,” we are pleased to welcome Feuza Reis, who is a professional wedding and lifestyle photographer.
Feuza Reis, Photographer
Feuza will capture you with her enthusiasm and energy, describing herself “Brazilian Born, Jersey Raised.” She graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies and Portuguese (highest honors). Prior to opening Feuza Reis Photography, Feuza worked for various companies in marketing, sales and management.
Listen as Feuza describes what she does as a professional photographer, noting that her time is devoted between her craft and the business of developing her business especially with social media. She offers our listeners a glimpse into a “typical” day as a photographer. Feuza also shares her favorite stories, gives insights into what surprises her the most in the field and offers wonderful tips for those listeners who want to become an entrepreneur in photography.
We hope this podcast gives you a wide-angle glimpse inside the lens of a professional photographer!
Top-Tier Tutoring is very excited to bring you the web’s premiere “career day” podcast series – what we call “Ear on Careers.” This series of podcasts is designed to introduce our listeners to successful leaders in a variety of different fields, including business, industry, medicine, the arts, and so much more.
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