A list for 25 people
Change anything before you share it.
Lunch
Main dish
4 spots
Salad or side
4 spots
Dessert
3 spots
Drinks and supplies
Drinks
3 spots
Coffee and tea
1 spot
Plates, cups and napkins
1 spot
Helpers
Thank-you decorations
1 spot
Help with setup
1 spot
Help with cleanup
1 spot
Tips for your teacher appreciation
Ask the office first
Check the staff count, the room you can use, and any allergies or school rules on outside food.
Give teachers time to enjoy it
Parent helpers can cover lunch duty or classrooms if your school allows it, so staff can actually sit down.
Share it through the class parents
Class parents and PTA channels reach more families than one newsletter mention.
Don't forget the other staff
Include office staff, custodians, aides and cafeteria teams in your headcount.
Common questions
What should parents bring for a teacher appreciation lunch?
Mains, salads, desserts and drinks cover most lunches. Label anything containing common allergens.
When is Teacher Appreciation Week?
In the US, it is usually held during the first full week of May.
Can I make a sheet for each day of the week?
Yes. Rename the groups to days, or start a separate sheet for each one.