We All Have That Teacher.

Gratitude That Grows: Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week with a Garden Gift

The one who saw something in us before we could see it ourselves. The one who challenged us, cheered for us, and shaped the way we think, feel, and grow. Whether they taught us in a classroom, a hallway, or just through a moment of kindness—we remember them forever.

As we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re reminded that teaching is one of the most powerful forms of nurturing. Like gardening, it’s about patience, observation, and the belief that with care, everything has the potential to thrive.

There’s a natural connection between teaching and gardening—both celebrate growth, curiosity, and the joy of seeing potential come to life. Teachers plant seeds of knowledge, kindness, and resilience. And over time, those seeds grow into the future.

Some teachers take that connection even further—bringing their students into the garden itself. These educators know that gardening can teach more than science or sustainability. It teaches responsibility, empathy, and the magic of watching something grow under your care. A garden can be a living classroom, and teachers who nurture that experience are cultivating more than crops—they’re cultivating character.

These are the teachers shaping the people who will one day lead our communities, care for our world, and—yes—take care of us. The gardeners of today are growing the caretakers of tomorrow.

That’s why we created the Gratitude Garden, a meaningful, living way to say thank you. Whether you’re the parent of a student, a former student yourself, or someone who simply wants to honor an educator who made a difference, now is the perfect time to give a gift that reflects the care teachers give every day.

Because plant gifts for teachers aren’t just beautiful—they’re symbolic. They represent growth, renewal, and the lasting impact of someone who took the time to nurture something (or someone) to life.

Who is that teacher for you? Mine is Charles Hart, my favorite teacher of all time. He listened, and truly brought learning together with fun. He made a lasting impact on my life and I know many others.  He was always a favorite teacher at SAS, Singapore American School.  Donna Letier

“A teacher affects eternity; they can never tell where their influence stops.”
– Henry Adams

Whether it’s a handwritten note, a Gratitude Garden, or simply saying “thank you,” this is the week to recognize the people who help us grow.

Because what they planted in us is still blooming—and the world is better for it.