Evelyn Simpson
eSomethin staff
Has tipping culture gotten out of hand? Tipping is everywhere at fast food places, medical offices, and even at self checkouts. Perrysburg High School has decided to join the movement and allows teachers to collect tips at the end of each period as of April 1, 2026. Tips act extra compensation for teachers’ efforts and help.
In a survey conducted, 90% of parents agree that tipping teachers will be a positive change with most being under the impression that teachers are overworked and underpaid.
PHS teachers have similar opinions and the majority are happy about this change. Government teacher Ron DeGregorio said “as the king of side quests and making extra cash, this is a great thing. The idea should definitely be brought to other schools.”
Biology teacher Danielle Dastoli said, “I think it’s very beneficial for teachers, especially the ones that spend their own money on extra supplies for the classroom.”
On the opposing side, some of the teachers have been very disinterested in student tips, saying that tipping promotes favoritism towards tipping students – those who are more wealthy. And while these teachers would like to get some extra cash, they say asking students for it is not the way to go.
Some parents have emailed the school outraged, saying the money they sent to school with their kids for Mr. Freeze is being given to the teachers instead.
According to a statement from the school office, tipping is optional. Teachers are not allowed to change grades or give special treatment based on tips received. The school also put a $5 suggested limit per class period to try and keep things fair for families.
To make it easier, teachers have already started setting up digital payment options like QR codes while other teachers are just putting tip jars on their desks.
The students of the high school seem to have mixed reaction, some say they feel awkward as teachers walk around with tipping screens and QR codes at the end of every class, while other students joke that they will only tip for good service, like getting homework extensions or extra help before a good test. One junior said if they are tipping, they better at least get a study guide and a good grade, and another student said they would rather save their money to buy lunch.
While the policy is still new as of April 1, school officials say they will look at the feedback from parents, students and staff before deciding if tipping will remain.
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