For that reason, Farley said, “The top three gifts to avoid are going to be Starbucks gift cards; cups (whether it be mugs or just drinking cups); and No. 3, classroom decor.” “Teachers ...

They mostly agreed that families should skip the mugs and opt for more thoughtful and affordable gifts, such as books for the classroom or an offer for parents to volunteer to help at school.

An entire classroom of kids got bicycles, a bag of toys and warm weather gear. Dozens of Christmas gifts donated for children at Stroger Hospital The journey on two wheels began last year during ...

At the start of the school year and during cold and flu season, do your child’s teacher (and your child) a favor by donating some healthy gifts to their classroom. It doesn’t have to be a ...