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Gi" ideas for high school graduates BY METRO The class of 2023 soon will be putting on their caps and gowns and receiving their diplomas. After com- mencement ceremonies, graduation parties will soon follow. For party guests, that means find- ing the right gifts for grads. Some high school graduates will continue their studies at colleges and universities. Oth- ers may pursue careers in various trades. Still, some graduates may be ready to enter the workforce right away. No matter the direc- tion, these gifts can treat graduates to something special. Travel accessories Graduates may want to go on a trip before they take the next step in their lives. Quality travel gear is a worthy investment. Select lug- gage that won't exceed airport carry-on limits so graduates can cut the baggage check lines when they dart away to locales near or far. Carry-on bags also fit easily in bus cargo areas or in the trunks of cars. Pair the gifts with stan- dard or digital luggage tags. Streaming TV device While it's certainly possible to watch favorite shows or films on mobile devices, viewing is that much clearer on televisions. Rather than graduates having to invest in cable television wherever they go, streaming devices such as AppleTV or Roku are portable, which means they can be used at home, in a dorm room or on vacation. Secured credit card Individuals typically are eligible to apply for credit cards once they reach age 18, which is the age most students are when they graduate high school. Credit cards are one method of establishing solid credit, so it can be beneficial for a teen to have one. But it can be challenging for individ- uals with no credit his- tories to get approval. A secured card, accord- ing to CapitalOne, is a credit card that requires money deposited with the credit card issuer in order to open the account. This security deposit is held by the issuer as long as the ac- count is open. Often the security deposit is the same as the credit limit. Gift-givers can help es- tablish secured cards for grads by providing the funds for the security deposits. Wireless earbuds or headphones Upgrade graduates' audio with the new- est wireless earbuds or headphones. This way they can take them to the gym or use them to listen to shows or music while sharing spaces with others, including college roommates. Smartphone wallet case Teenagers are seldom without their phones. A smartphone wallet case enables graduates to stash IDs, credit or debit cards and some cash into specially designed pock- ets built into the phone cases. This keeps all es- sentials in one spot. Framed memorabilia Whether a graduate was a star athlete or a premier member of the marching band, gift-giv- ers can provide special memories of time spent in school. Frame ticket stubs, sports jerseys, show programs, or other memorabilia that com- memorates a graduate's glory days at their alma mater. Robson Homes is proud to welcome you to an extraordinary enclave of exquisitely designed homes in the Cambrian area of San Jose. 4-bedroom homes with ADUs 2,831 to 3,785 square feet Offered from $2.85 million BROKERS WELCOME 408-761-9219 RobsonHomes.com Models Open Daily 2076 Cully Place San Jose, CA 95124 4.75 % 10/1 ARM * *Select homes only. Builder does not provide financing. Rate as of 3/22/2023 provided by Builder's Approved Lender for 10/1 ARM with buy down based on specific assumptions including down payment and credit score. Rate and program terms are not guaranteed and subject to change without notice or obligation. Notice regarding Adjustable Rate Mortgages: Interest is fixed for a set period of time, and adjusts periodically thereafter. At the end of the fixed rate period, the interest and monthly payments may increase. Get an official Loan Estimate before choosing a loan. Homes | Advertising Supplement 001 BAY AREA NEWS GROUP H3