Korean Job Discussion Forums

Curiousity · Joined: 23 Jun 2008

I'm a PS teacher, if it makes a difference. I've heard (and read) stories of Chuseok gifts being exchanged.

If you're in a PS:

1. Have you received gifts from your school, P, VP, or co-teacher(s)?
2. Have you given gifts to any all or all of the above?
3. If you answered yes to 2, what did you buy and for whom?

Frankly, I don't know what to expect from my school, admin, or cts, but I'd rather not be in the rather awkward position of getting a bunch of gifts but having nothing to give in return, OR vice versa.

Thoughts?

cazzy3 · Joined: 07 May 2008 Location: kangwon-do

usually gifts are only given to the parents and close relatives. while some schools may present small tokens of appreciation like duk, there is no reason to give a gift to your principal/vice principal. if you feel inclined, just bring in a cake or something for them to share on the day before the holiday and your teachers/administrators will appreciate the gesture.

640x480 · Joined: 02 Apr 2008

I think I will bring in dduck for the teacher's office. Shows your understanding of Korean tradition and may get you some brownie points.

ciccone_youth · Joined: 03 Mar 2008 Location: Japan

I hope I get presents from the student's moms!!! They always bring me expensive Chanel and Dior makeup, I love it!!!

poet13 · Posted: Thu Sep 04, 2008 7:58 pm Post subject:

I will give my landlord something. His wife has been very nice to our son, and I have had a couple of rough patches with the husband, but he's a good guy.
I will also give my poetry mentor something. That's it though.

ciccone_youth · Joined: 03 Mar 2008 Location: Japan

our school just gave us a HUGE box of soy milk drinks, and seaweed. yummy.

Curiousity · Joined: 23 Jun 2008

Good to know, thanks all.

Here's hoping none of you end up with a spam super pack Very Happy

justaguy · Joined: 01 Jan 2008 Location: seoul

If you don't like spam you can always barter it for beer at the corner store.

ciccone_youth · Joined: 03 Mar 2008 Location: Japan

i don't know, but if anyone is interested i have this HUGE package of seaweed sitting here.
Shocked

Curiousity · Joined: 23 Jun 2008

poet13 · Posted: Fri Sep 05, 2008 12:27 am Post subject:

As sad as it sounds, you can always make a mince patty with the spam. Mirepoix (1/8 inch cubes) of onion, a pinch of macerated garlic, a little salt, ground black pepper, pinch of oregano or thyme, some breads crumbs, an egg. Mix and make a little patty. Good with breakfast eggs. Fry till brown.