42 High School Graduation Gifts to Celebrate This Milestone

We love this cute keychain for a high school graduation gift. This penny has a graduation cap stamped on it, along with a heart stamped around the “2023” on the penny.

The keychain also comes with an initial charm of your choice for another personal touch.

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This stainless steel bookmark is an excellent high school graduation gift to include with a cash gift. Perfect for summer reading or hitting the books when they go off to college, it includes a sweet, inspirational life quote that will help them in their next chapter.

Amanda Gorman moved us all when she became the youngest inaugural poet in the nation’s history. Her inspiring message of unity is included in this collection of poems that covers themes of identity, memory, grief, and hope in lyrical language. These thoughtful, hopeful writings are the perfect high school graduation gift.

This heartfelt memento is an attractive and meaningful high school graduation gift, especially for the teen who maybe doesn’t know exactly what they want to do yet.

Engraving is customizable and the compass comes on its own or in a box (which can also be customized) or a leather case.

College is a new and exciting experience, but it’s full of new and not-so-exciting problems you couldn’t have imagined. Full of advice on finding your people, academic best practices, dating, parties, safety, and money, this handy guide is a perfect high school graduation gift for the college-bound teen.

As this 5-star Amazon reviewer shares, “I bought two copies of this book as gifts for high school graduates. The book is both funny and pragmatic, and full of tips for students entering college. I included an Amazon gift card along with the book for each graduate.”

Worried about sending your recent grad — who tends to lose things — off to college? Rest assured they can track down any misplaced items with the Tile Mate, which has a ring they can attach to items like keys or wallets. You can also double-press the Tile button and find your phone, even when it’s on silent.

This high school graduation gift will require a little extra work on your end — you’re going to have to choose the photos to include — but it will be well worth it when your graduate receives a beautiful, hardcover photo book full of their favorite high school memories.

If your graduating pal is known for carrying around their laptop unprotected, it might be time to give them the protection and organization they need for the real world.

This durable tech tote includes a laptop compartment for computers up to 13 inches, a strap for carrying, and multiple pockets to hold other tech accessories.

The material has a water-repellent coating and an RFID-blocking pocket to protect their valuables from digital info theft and rainy weather while traveling.

High school is often a trying time for kids, but the Class of 2023 had a rougher go of high school than most considering #PandemicLife encroached on the past several years.

These socks pay homage to that and read “Isolated, Vaccinated, Graduated.” on one and “Class of 2023” on the other.

Everyone needs studying tunes! A portable Bluetooth speaker is an absolute must-have item for college students. We love this compact yet rich-sounding speaker from JBL that comes with a handy carabiner to strap securely to their bike or desk.

Whether they’re heading to class or exploring new cities, this high school graduation gift will be appreciated. This backpack features a convertible shoulder strap, side pockets, and a spacious main compartment, so your grad can store and comfortably carry their laptop, essentials, and more. Plus, it's available in five stylish colors.

Campus life often involves lots of walking. With this Fitbit Charge 5, your grad will be able to track their steps as well as their heart rate, sleep quality, and more. This Fitbit has a built-in GPS to track their outdoor activity and a battery that’ll last them seven days, so they won’t need to charge nightly.

With this portable personal blender, they’ll be able to whip up delicious smoothies, milkshakes, and other frozen drinks with ease. It’s rechargeable, uses six stainless steel blades to cut through ingredients, and comes with a shatterproof jar with a travel lid for sipping while they’re on the move.

Commemorate this big educational milestone with a big gift. Our senior electronics editor, Brandon Carte, reviewed the 2022 Macbook Air laptop and considers it a worthy investment thanks to the 1080p webcam, brighter display, extended battery life, and the M2 chip’s impressive performance.

From hanging out with friends to running errands, this belt bag will keep their phone, wallet, and keys close and easily accessible. It’s made with water-repellent material and available in fun colors to match any grad’s vibe.

Whether they're taking a gap year to travel or heading to college, this instant camera will capture special moments on their journey. This under-$100 gift has a 1-touch selfie mode, produces credit-card-sized prints, and comes in five dreamy colors.

“One of the best things about the Instax Mini 11 is that it’s really easy to use. It has automatic exposure, which means it adjusts the shutter speed and aperture for you, so you don’t have to worry about getting the settings just right. This makes it a great camera for beginners, but even experienced photographers will appreciate the convenience,” explains this 5-star Amazon reviewer.

Outlets are limited, especially when sharing a dorm. Spare them the tough decision between charging their phone or their laptop with this portable 2-in-1 Anker charger. This dual-port wall charger includes a USB-A and USB-C port so they can charge two devices at the same time without disrupting their work flow.

Make your cash gift more memorable and pair it with these tasty cupcakes. This pack of 25 features a mix of Baked by Melissa’s seasonal and original flavors including tie-dye, red velvet, cookie dough, and more.

Surprise your new grad with this pair of hoop earrings from Mejuri. From parties to interviews, the minimalist design of this pair makes it the perfect accessory. It's available in gold vermeil and sterling silver.

Bring their dorm room to life with this high school graduation gift. Whether they’re a beginner plant parent looking for a low-maintenance greenery or need a plant that thrives in the low-light of their dorm, The Sill offers a variety of plants, flowers, decor, and more to fill their space.