Arrow left
Back

6 Teacher Tips for Student Buy-in

Motivate students with less guesswork using these practices. Try one out in your classroom this week!
By 
The Liveschool Team
 | 
March 12, 2021

Find the fit: public or private praise?

Some students love to be spotlit in front of their peers. It fills them up. Other students dread it. It makes them shrink in their seat and want to disappear.

When in doubt: it's okay to ask! You are likely to find that most students love public praise, and can keep track of those who prefer to keep it private. Share your positive vibes with direct messages, as they leave class, or at the end of the week.

Add a little competition

In LiveSchool, click Settings and select the "Just Me" option. You're now seeing points that YOU awarded students. Now say:

The first student to reach 5 points this class period can choose tomorrow's bellringer song.

Keep it special – once per week or so. You can use this strategically – for instance, when you need that extra level of focus on a review session. That will keep it manageable for you and make it a special surprise when it's "game time."

Ask students: What motivates you?

To ask is to care. You can use this approach in any context: one-on-one with a student who's struggling, in a small group of trusted student advisors, or with your class period.

Get wacky!

Our students have access to all kinds of media. What's one thing they don't get to see? Their teachers doing crazy stuff! Hair-dos, costumes, silly makeup. You'd be amazed at what students will work for. And if your roommate or significant other asks you "what the heck?" just tell them "it's for the kids!"

Photo cred: Steph_David923

Offer student jobs

Many students absolutely love the opportunity to have an official job in your classroom: Class Secretary, Messenger, Whiteboard Manager, Line Leader, and Cleanliness Coordinator.

There are so many real-world lessons to be learned:

Try your luck!

Adding luck and chance into your class brings an element of excitement. Plus, students know that even you don't know what will happen.

The randomizer feature in LiveSchool is an easy way to do this. We have an article all about the randomizer and other class tools. Check it out: About the Randomizer

Pssst. Don't tell students: the randomizer keeps track to ensure every student gets a turn 😉

What did we miss?! Tweet @whyliveschool with your favorite ways to get student buy-in.

Subscribe via Email

Receive the best school culture resources monthly to inspire your planning.

6 Teacher Tips for Student Buy-in

Motivate students with less guesswork using these practices. Try one out in your classroom this week!
By 
The Liveschool Team
 | 
March 12, 2021
There's no better feeling than finding what works for your students. Use trial and error to find which practices work – then put your own creative spin to make these ideas your own!

Find the fit: public or private praise?

Some students love to be spotlit in front of their peers. It fills them up. Other students dread it. It makes them shrink in their seat and want to disappear.

When in doubt: it's okay to ask! You are likely to find that most students love public praise, and can keep track of those who prefer to keep it private. Share your positive vibes with direct messages, as they leave class, or at the end of the week.

Add a little competition

In LiveSchool, click Settings and select the "Just Me" option. You're now seeing points that YOU awarded students. Now say:

The first student to reach 5 points this class period can choose tomorrow's bellringer song.

Keep it special – once per week or so. You can use this strategically – for instance, when you need that extra level of focus on a review session. That will keep it manageable for you and make it a special surprise when it's "game time."

Ask students: What motivates you?

To ask is to care. You can use this approach in any context: one-on-one with a student who's struggling, in a small group of trusted student advisors, or with your class period.

  • What's your favorite snack or treat?
  • Is there a special class job you'd pay points to have?
  • Is there something funny you'd spend points to see me do?
  • If you could pick one reward, which would you pick: Homework Pass, a Snack, Time with a Me, or Time with Friends?
  • What is the most fun class reward you could possibly imagine?

Get wacky!

Our students have access to all kinds of media. What's one thing they don't get to see? Their teachers doing crazy stuff! Hair-dos, costumes, silly makeup. You'd be amazed at what students will work for. And if your roommate or significant other asks you "what the heck?" just tell them "it's for the kids!"

Photo cred: Steph_David923

Offer student jobs

Many students absolutely love the opportunity to have an official job in your classroom: Class Secretary, Messenger, Whiteboard Manager, Line Leader, and Cleanliness Coordinator.

There are so many real-world lessons to be learned:

  • You can have an application process if there are many students interested in a job.
  • Students can earn LiveSchool points for going above-and-beyond in their job.
  • Students can learn to talk about their job when applying for future responsibilities.

Try your luck!

Adding luck and chance into your class brings an element of excitement. Plus, students know that even you don't know what will happen.

The randomizer feature in LiveSchool is an easy way to do this. We have an article all about the randomizer and other class tools. Check it out: About the Randomizer

Pssst. Don't tell students: the randomizer keeps track to ensure every student gets a turn 😉

What did we miss?! Tweet @whyliveschool with your favorite ways to get student buy-in.

Let’s take this to your inbox
We’ll send you our monthly newsletter which is fully stocked with free resources like articles, videos, podcasts, reward ideas, and anything else we can think of to help you make your school awesome.
There's no better feeling than finding what works for your students. Use trial and error to find which practices work – then put your own creative spin to make these ideas your own!

Find the fit: public or private praise?

Some students love to be spotlit in front of their peers. It fills them up. Other students dread it. It makes them shrink in their seat and want to disappear.

When in doubt: it's okay to ask! You are likely to find that most students love public praise, and can keep track of those who prefer to keep it private. Share your positive vibes with direct messages, as they leave class, or at the end of the week.

Add a little competition

In LiveSchool, click Settings and select the "Just Me" option. You're now seeing points that YOU awarded students. Now say:

The first student to reach 5 points this class period can choose tomorrow's bellringer song.

Keep it special – once per week or so. You can use this strategically – for instance, when you need that extra level of focus on a review session. That will keep it manageable for you and make it a special surprise when it's "game time."

Ask students: What motivates you?

To ask is to care. You can use this approach in any context: one-on-one with a student who's struggling, in a small group of trusted student advisors, or with your class period.

  • What's your favorite snack or treat?
  • Is there a special class job you'd pay points to have?
  • Is there something funny you'd spend points to see me do?
  • If you could pick one reward, which would you pick: Homework Pass, a Snack, Time with a Me, or Time with Friends?
  • What is the most fun class reward you could possibly imagine?

Get wacky!

Our students have access to all kinds of media. What's one thing they don't get to see? Their teachers doing crazy stuff! Hair-dos, costumes, silly makeup. You'd be amazed at what students will work for. And if your roommate or significant other asks you "what the heck?" just tell them "it's for the kids!"

Photo cred: Steph_David923

Offer student jobs

Many students absolutely love the opportunity to have an official job in your classroom: Class Secretary, Messenger, Whiteboard Manager, Line Leader, and Cleanliness Coordinator.

There are so many real-world lessons to be learned:

  • You can have an application process if there are many students interested in a job.
  • Students can earn LiveSchool points for going above-and-beyond in their job.
  • Students can learn to talk about their job when applying for future responsibilities.

Try your luck!

Adding luck and chance into your class brings an element of excitement. Plus, students know that even you don't know what will happen.

The randomizer feature in LiveSchool is an easy way to do this. We have an article all about the randomizer and other class tools. Check it out: About the Randomizer

Pssst. Don't tell students: the randomizer keeps track to ensure every student gets a turn 😉

What did we miss?! Tweet @whyliveschool with your favorite ways to get student buy-in.

Find the fit: public or private praise?

Some students love to be spotlit in front of their peers. It fills them up. Other students dread it. It makes them shrink in their seat and want to disappear.

When in doubt: it's okay to ask! You are likely to find that most students love public praise, and can keep track of those who prefer to keep it private. Share your positive vibes with direct messages, as they leave class, or at the end of the week.

Add a little competition

In LiveSchool, click Settings and select the "Just Me" option. You're now seeing points that YOU awarded students. Now say:

The first student to reach 5 points this class period can choose tomorrow's bellringer song.

Keep it special – once per week or so. You can use this strategically – for instance, when you need that extra level of focus on a review session. That will keep it manageable for you and make it a special surprise when it's "game time."

Ask students: What motivates you?

To ask is to care. You can use this approach in any context: one-on-one with a student who's struggling, in a small group of trusted student advisors, or with your class period.

  • What's your favorite snack or treat?
  • Is there a special class job you'd pay points to have?
  • Is there something funny you'd spend points to see me do?
  • If you could pick one reward, which would you pick: Homework Pass, a Snack, Time with a Me, or Time with Friends?
  • What is the most fun class reward you could possibly imagine?

Get wacky!

Our students have access to all kinds of media. What's one thing they don't get to see? Their teachers doing crazy stuff! Hair-dos, costumes, silly makeup. You'd be amazed at what students will work for. And if your roommate or significant other asks you "what the heck?" just tell them "it's for the kids!"

Photo cred: Steph_David923

Offer student jobs

Many students absolutely love the opportunity to have an official job in your classroom: Class Secretary, Messenger, Whiteboard Manager, Line Leader, and Cleanliness Coordinator.

There are so many real-world lessons to be learned:

  • You can have an application process if there are many students interested in a job.
  • Students can earn LiveSchool points for going above-and-beyond in their job.
  • Students can learn to talk about their job when applying for future responsibilities.

Try your luck!

Adding luck and chance into your class brings an element of excitement. Plus, students know that even you don't know what will happen.

The randomizer feature in LiveSchool is an easy way to do this. We have an article all about the randomizer and other class tools. Check it out: About the Randomizer

Pssst. Don't tell students: the randomizer keeps track to ensure every student gets a turn 😉

What did we miss?! Tweet @whyliveschool with your favorite ways to get student buy-in.

quote icon
Let’s take this to your inbox
We’ll send you our monthly newsletter which is fully stocked with free resources like articles, videos, podcasts, reward ideas, and anything else we can think of to help you make your school awesome.

Find the fit: public or private praise?

Some students love to be spotlit in front of their peers. It fills them up. Other students dread it. It makes them shrink in their seat and want to disappear.

When in doubt: it's okay to ask! You are likely to find that most students love public praise, and can keep track of those who prefer to keep it private. Share your positive vibes with direct messages, as they leave class, or at the end of the week.

Add a little competition

In LiveSchool, click Settings and select the "Just Me" option. You're now seeing points that YOU awarded students. Now say:

The first student to reach 5 points this class period can choose tomorrow's bellringer song.

Keep it special – once per week or so. You can use this strategically – for instance, when you need that extra level of focus on a review session. That will keep it manageable for you and make it a special surprise when it's "game time."

Ask students: What motivates you?

To ask is to care. You can use this approach in any context: one-on-one with a student who's struggling, in a small group of trusted student advisors, or with your class period.

  • What's your favorite snack or treat?
  • Is there a special class job you'd pay points to have?
  • Is there something funny you'd spend points to see me do?
  • If you could pick one reward, which would you pick: Homework Pass, a Snack, Time with a Me, or Time with Friends?
  • What is the most fun class reward you could possibly imagine?

Get wacky!

Our students have access to all kinds of media. What's one thing they don't get to see? Their teachers doing crazy stuff! Hair-dos, costumes, silly makeup. You'd be amazed at what students will work for. And if your roommate or significant other asks you "what the heck?" just tell them "it's for the kids!"

Photo cred: Steph_David923

Offer student jobs

Many students absolutely love the opportunity to have an official job in your classroom: Class Secretary, Messenger, Whiteboard Manager, Line Leader, and Cleanliness Coordinator.

There are so many real-world lessons to be learned:

  • You can have an application process if there are many students interested in a job.
  • Students can earn LiveSchool points for going above-and-beyond in their job.
  • Students can learn to talk about their job when applying for future responsibilities.

Try your luck!

Adding luck and chance into your class brings an element of excitement. Plus, students know that even you don't know what will happen.

The randomizer feature in LiveSchool is an easy way to do this. We have an article all about the randomizer and other class tools. Check it out: About the Randomizer

Pssst. Don't tell students: the randomizer keeps track to ensure every student gets a turn 😉

What did we miss?! Tweet @whyliveschool with your favorite ways to get student buy-in.

6 Teacher Tips for Student Buy-in

Motivate students with less guesswork using these practices. Try one out in your classroom this week!
By 
The Liveschool Team
 | 
March 12, 2021

Find the fit: public or private praise?

Some students love to be spotlit in front of their peers. It fills them up. Other students dread it. It makes them shrink in their seat and want to disappear.

When in doubt: it's okay to ask! You are likely to find that most students love public praise, and can keep track of those who prefer to keep it private. Share your positive vibes with direct messages, as they leave class, or at the end of the week.

Add a little competition

In LiveSchool, click Settings and select the "Just Me" option. You're now seeing points that YOU awarded students. Now say:

The first student to reach 5 points this class period can choose tomorrow's bellringer song.

Keep it special – once per week or so. You can use this strategically – for instance, when you need that extra level of focus on a review session. That will keep it manageable for you and make it a special surprise when it's "game time."

Ask students: What motivates you?

To ask is to care. You can use this approach in any context: one-on-one with a student who's struggling, in a small group of trusted student advisors, or with your class period.

  • What's your favorite snack or treat?
  • Is there a special class job you'd pay points to have?
  • Is there something funny you'd spend points to see me do?
  • If you could pick one reward, which would you pick: Homework Pass, a Snack, Time with a Me, or Time with Friends?
  • What is the most fun class reward you could possibly imagine?

Get wacky!

Our students have access to all kinds of media. What's one thing they don't get to see? Their teachers doing crazy stuff! Hair-dos, costumes, silly makeup. You'd be amazed at what students will work for. And if your roommate or significant other asks you "what the heck?" just tell them "it's for the kids!"

Photo cred: Steph_David923

Offer student jobs

Many students absolutely love the opportunity to have an official job in your classroom: Class Secretary, Messenger, Whiteboard Manager, Line Leader, and Cleanliness Coordinator.

There are so many real-world lessons to be learned:

  • You can have an application process if there are many students interested in a job.
  • Students can earn LiveSchool points for going above-and-beyond in their job.
  • Students can learn to talk about their job when applying for future responsibilities.

Try your luck!

Adding luck and chance into your class brings an element of excitement. Plus, students know that even you don't know what will happen.

The randomizer feature in LiveSchool is an easy way to do this. We have an article all about the randomizer and other class tools. Check it out: About the Randomizer

Pssst. Don't tell students: the randomizer keeps track to ensure every student gets a turn 😉

What did we miss?! Tweet @whyliveschool with your favorite ways to get student buy-in.

No items found.

Subscribe via Email

Receive the best school culture resources monthly to inspire your planning.
Let’s take this to your inbox
We’ll send you our monthly newsletter which is fully stocked with free resources like articles, videos, podcasts, reward ideas, and anything else we can think of to help you make your school awesome.

About the Presenter

You know what they teamwork makes the dream work. These articles have been written by the wonderful members of our team.

About the Event

Find the fit: public or private praise?

Some students love to be spotlit in front of their peers. It fills them up. Other students dread it. It makes them shrink in their seat and want to disappear.

When in doubt: it's okay to ask! You are likely to find that most students love public praise, and can keep track of those who prefer to keep it private. Share your positive vibes with direct messages, as they leave class, or at the end of the week.

Add a little competition

In LiveSchool, click Settings and select the "Just Me" option. You're now seeing points that YOU awarded students. Now say:

The first student to reach 5 points this class period can choose tomorrow's bellringer song.

Keep it special – once per week or so. You can use this strategically – for instance, when you need that extra level of focus on a review session. That will keep it manageable for you and make it a special surprise when it's "game time."

Ask students: What motivates you?

To ask is to care. You can use this approach in any context: one-on-one with a student who's struggling, in a small group of trusted student advisors, or with your class period.

  • What's your favorite snack or treat?
  • Is there a special class job you'd pay points to have?
  • Is there something funny you'd spend points to see me do?
  • If you could pick one reward, which would you pick: Homework Pass, a Snack, Time with a Me, or Time with Friends?
  • What is the most fun class reward you could possibly imagine?

Get wacky!

Our students have access to all kinds of media. What's one thing they don't get to see? Their teachers doing crazy stuff! Hair-dos, costumes, silly makeup. You'd be amazed at what students will work for. And if your roommate or significant other asks you "what the heck?" just tell them "it's for the kids!"

Photo cred: Steph_David923

Offer student jobs

Many students absolutely love the opportunity to have an official job in your classroom: Class Secretary, Messenger, Whiteboard Manager, Line Leader, and Cleanliness Coordinator.

There are so many real-world lessons to be learned:

  • You can have an application process if there are many students interested in a job.
  • Students can earn LiveSchool points for going above-and-beyond in their job.
  • Students can learn to talk about their job when applying for future responsibilities.

Try your luck!

Adding luck and chance into your class brings an element of excitement. Plus, students know that even you don't know what will happen.

The randomizer feature in LiveSchool is an easy way to do this. We have an article all about the randomizer and other class tools. Check it out: About the Randomizer

Pssst. Don't tell students: the randomizer keeps track to ensure every student gets a turn 😉

What did we miss?! Tweet @whyliveschool with your favorite ways to get student buy-in.

Register Now

About the Event

Find the fit: public or private praise?

Some students love to be spotlit in front of their peers. It fills them up. Other students dread it. It makes them shrink in their seat and want to disappear.

When in doubt: it's okay to ask! You are likely to find that most students love public praise, and can keep track of those who prefer to keep it private. Share your positive vibes with direct messages, as they leave class, or at the end of the week.

Add a little competition

In LiveSchool, click Settings and select the "Just Me" option. You're now seeing points that YOU awarded students. Now say:

The first student to reach 5 points this class period can choose tomorrow's bellringer song.

Keep it special – once per week or so. You can use this strategically – for instance, when you need that extra level of focus on a review session. That will keep it manageable for you and make it a special surprise when it's "game time."

Ask students: What motivates you?

To ask is to care. You can use this approach in any context: one-on-one with a student who's struggling, in a small group of trusted student advisors, or with your class period.

  • What's your favorite snack or treat?
  • Is there a special class job you'd pay points to have?
  • Is there something funny you'd spend points to see me do?
  • If you could pick one reward, which would you pick: Homework Pass, a Snack, Time with a Me, or Time with Friends?
  • What is the most fun class reward you could possibly imagine?

Get wacky!

Our students have access to all kinds of media. What's one thing they don't get to see? Their teachers doing crazy stuff! Hair-dos, costumes, silly makeup. You'd be amazed at what students will work for. And if your roommate or significant other asks you "what the heck?" just tell them "it's for the kids!"

Photo cred: Steph_David923

Offer student jobs

Many students absolutely love the opportunity to have an official job in your classroom: Class Secretary, Messenger, Whiteboard Manager, Line Leader, and Cleanliness Coordinator.

There are so many real-world lessons to be learned:

  • You can have an application process if there are many students interested in a job.
  • Students can earn LiveSchool points for going above-and-beyond in their job.
  • Students can learn to talk about their job when applying for future responsibilities.

Try your luck!

Adding luck and chance into your class brings an element of excitement. Plus, students know that even you don't know what will happen.

The randomizer feature in LiveSchool is an easy way to do this. We have an article all about the randomizer and other class tools. Check it out: About the Randomizer

Pssst. Don't tell students: the randomizer keeps track to ensure every student gets a turn 😉

What did we miss?! Tweet @whyliveschool with your favorite ways to get student buy-in.

Let’s take this to your inbox
We’ll send you our monthly newsletter which is fully stocked with free resources like articles, videos, podcasts, reward ideas, and anything else we can think of to help you make your school awesome.

There's no better feeling than finding what works for your students. Use trial and error to find which practices work – then put your own creative spin to make these ideas your own!

Find the fit: public or private praise?

Some students love to be spotlit in front of their peers. It fills them up. Other students dread it. It makes them shrink in their seat and want to disappear.

When in doubt: it's okay to ask! You are likely to find that most students love public praise, and can keep track of those who prefer to keep it private. Share your positive vibes with direct messages, as they leave class, or at the end of the week.

Add a little competition

In LiveSchool, click Settings and select the "Just Me" option. You're now seeing points that YOU awarded students. Now say:

The first student to reach 5 points this class period can choose tomorrow's bellringer song.

Keep it special – once per week or so. You can use this strategically – for instance, when you need that extra level of focus on a review session. That will keep it manageable for you and make it a special surprise when it's "game time."

Ask students: What motivates you?

To ask is to care. You can use this approach in any context: one-on-one with a student who's struggling, in a small group of trusted student advisors, or with your class period.

  • What's your favorite snack or treat?
  • Is there a special class job you'd pay points to have?
  • Is there something funny you'd spend points to see me do?
  • If you could pick one reward, which would you pick: Homework Pass, a Snack, Time with a Me, or Time with Friends?
  • What is the most fun class reward you could possibly imagine?

Get wacky!

Our students have access to all kinds of media. What's one thing they don't get to see? Their teachers doing crazy stuff! Hair-dos, costumes, silly makeup. You'd be amazed at what students will work for. And if your roommate or significant other asks you "what the heck?" just tell them "it's for the kids!"

Photo cred: Steph_David923

Offer student jobs

Many students absolutely love the opportunity to have an official job in your classroom: Class Secretary, Messenger, Whiteboard Manager, Line Leader, and Cleanliness Coordinator.

There are so many real-world lessons to be learned:

  • You can have an application process if there are many students interested in a job.
  • Students can earn LiveSchool points for going above-and-beyond in their job.
  • Students can learn to talk about their job when applying for future responsibilities.

Try your luck!

Adding luck and chance into your class brings an element of excitement. Plus, students know that even you don't know what will happen.

The randomizer feature in LiveSchool is an easy way to do this. We have an article all about the randomizer and other class tools. Check it out: About the Randomizer

Pssst. Don't tell students: the randomizer keeps track to ensure every student gets a turn 😉

What did we miss?! Tweet @whyliveschool with your favorite ways to get student buy-in.

All Reward Ideas for Students

🎉
👑
🎁
Awards Show Afterparty
Grades 6-12
School
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Movie Posters
Grades 3-12
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Show & Tell
Grades K-8
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Bonfire
Grades 9-12
Class/House
Event
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Line Leader
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
School Dance
Grades 9-12
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Backpack
Grades K-12
Student
Tangible
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Attendance Popcorn Party
Grades K-12
Student
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Kickback Vibes
Grades 6-12
Class/House
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Social Media Reporter
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Holiday Classroom Carousel
Grades 9-12
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Homework Pass
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Class Pet
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Snack Pack
Grades K-12
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Snack Party
Grades 3-12
Class/House
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Meet the Teacher
Grades K-8
School
Event
Free

All Reward Ideas for Elementary School Students

🎉
👑
🎁
Podcast
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Books
Grades K-12
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Cut the Principal’s Tie
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Special Screening
Grades K-12
School
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Line Leader
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Read Across America
Grades K-8
School
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Lunch With the Teacher
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Final Fridays
Grades K-8
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Firebird of the Month
Grades K-12
Student
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Dress Up or Down Day
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Drop Lowest Quiz
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Certificate of Achievement
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Picnic Lunch
Grades K-12
Class/House
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Special Pen
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Stuffed Animal in Class
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
School Spirit Day
Grades K-12
School
Privilege
Free

All Event Ideas for Schools

All Free Reward Ideas for Schools

🎉
👑
🎁
Show & Tell
🎉
👑
🎁
Dance Party
🎉
👑
🎁
Stairway Messages
🎉
👑
🎁
Class Jobs
🎉
👑
🎁
Art Contest
🎉
👑
🎁
Classroom DJ
🎉
👑
🎁
Talk Time
🎉
👑
🎁
School Assembly
🎉
👑
🎁
Tutor
🎉
👑
🎁
Vote
🎉
👑
🎁
Lunch Fast Pass

All Reward Ideas for High School Students

🎉
👑
🎁
Sports Tickets
Grades 3-12
Student
Tangible
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Brain Break
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Passing Period Music
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Ice Cream Sundae Party
Grades K-12
Class/House
Event
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Lost & Found Fashion Show
Grades 9-12
School
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Silent Disco
Grades 6-12
Class/House
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Play Games
Grades 6-12
Class/House
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Locker Choice
Grades 9-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Create the Seating Chart
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Holidays Around the World
Grades K-12
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Early Lunch Dismissal
Grades 9-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Extra Computer Games
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Game-Based Simulation Learning
Grades 9-12
Class/House
Event
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Amazing Race
Grades 9-12
Class/House
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Teacher Q&A
Grades K-12
Class/House
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Glow Party
Grades 6-12
School
Event
Deluxe

All Reward Ideas for Middle School Students

🎉
👑
🎁
Video Game Rewards
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Lunch Reservations
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Assist the Custodian.
Grades 6-8
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
House Induction
Grades 6-12
Class/House
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Student Messenger
Grades 3-8
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Silly School Leader
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Art Contest
Grades 3-12
Class/House
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Certificate of Achievement
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Partner Work
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Virtual Field Trip
Grades K-12
Class/House
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Holiday Delivery
Grades K-12
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Dress Up or Down Day
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Awards Show Afterparty
Grades 6-12
School
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
The A-List
Grades 6-12
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Snowball Fights (& Popsicles!)
Grades K-8
Class/House
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Picnic Lunch
Grades K-12
Class/House
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY

All Student Reward & Incentive Ideas

💰
🎨
Vote
Grades 6-8
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Lunch With the Teacher
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Podcast
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
The Big Ticket
Grades 9-12
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
School Supplies & Merch
Grades K-12
Student
Tangible
Deluxe
💰
🎨
Donate $1
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
💰
🎨
Homework Pass
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Classroom DJ
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Tutor
Grades 6-8
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Cut the Principal’s Tie
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
♟️Chess With the Principal
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
💰
🎨
Line Leader
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Sports Tickets
Grades 3-12
Student
Tangible
Deluxe
💰
🎨
Class Pet
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Deluxe
💰
🎨
Certificate of Achievement
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Loudspeaker Shoutout
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free

All Virtual Reward Ideas for Schools

🎉
👑
🎁
Host a Virtual Party. 🎶
Grades 6-12
Class/House
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Student Spotlight Board
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Virtual Talent Show. 🎤
Grades 3-12
Class/House
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Show & Tell
Grades K-8
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Brain Break
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Positive Note or Call Home
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Podcast
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Certificate of Achievement
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Social Media Reporter
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Donate $1
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Virtual Field Trip
Grades K-12
Class/House
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Stickers
Grades K-5
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Classroom DJ
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Extra Computer Games
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Teacher Q&A
Grades K-12
Class/House
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Morning Meeting Leader
Grades 3-8
Student
Privilege
Free
See all Rewards

Want more ideas?

Rewards that Rock 🎸 has 100+ rewards, incentives, and event ideas to build your school culture.
Find Rewards
Learn more about the author, 
The Liveschool Team
 
Let’s take this to your inbox
We’ll send you our monthly newsletter which is fully stocked with free resources like articles, videos, podcasts, reward ideas, and anything else we can think of to help you make your school awesome.

There's no better feeling than finding what works for your students. Use trial and error to find which practices work – then put your own creative spin to make these ideas your own!

Find the fit: public or private praise?

Some students love to be spotlit in front of their peers. It fills them up. Other students dread it. It makes them shrink in their seat and want to disappear.

When in doubt: it's okay to ask! You are likely to find that most students love public praise, and can keep track of those who prefer to keep it private. Share your positive vibes with direct messages, as they leave class, or at the end of the week.

Add a little competition

In LiveSchool, click Settings and select the "Just Me" option. You're now seeing points that YOU awarded students. Now say:

The first student to reach 5 points this class period can choose tomorrow's bellringer song.

Keep it special – once per week or so. You can use this strategically – for instance, when you need that extra level of focus on a review session. That will keep it manageable for you and make it a special surprise when it's "game time."

Ask students: What motivates you?

To ask is to care. You can use this approach in any context: one-on-one with a student who's struggling, in a small group of trusted student advisors, or with your class period.

  • What's your favorite snack or treat?
  • Is there a special class job you'd pay points to have?
  • Is there something funny you'd spend points to see me do?
  • If you could pick one reward, which would you pick: Homework Pass, a Snack, Time with a Me, or Time with Friends?
  • What is the most fun class reward you could possibly imagine?

Get wacky!

Our students have access to all kinds of media. What's one thing they don't get to see? Their teachers doing crazy stuff! Hair-dos, costumes, silly makeup. You'd be amazed at what students will work for. And if your roommate or significant other asks you "what the heck?" just tell them "it's for the kids!"

Photo cred: Steph_David923

Offer student jobs

Many students absolutely love the opportunity to have an official job in your classroom: Class Secretary, Messenger, Whiteboard Manager, Line Leader, and Cleanliness Coordinator.

There are so many real-world lessons to be learned:

  • You can have an application process if there are many students interested in a job.
  • Students can earn LiveSchool points for going above-and-beyond in their job.
  • Students can learn to talk about their job when applying for future responsibilities.

Try your luck!

Adding luck and chance into your class brings an element of excitement. Plus, students know that even you don't know what will happen.

The randomizer feature in LiveSchool is an easy way to do this. We have an article all about the randomizer and other class tools. Check it out: About the Randomizer

Pssst. Don't tell students: the randomizer keeps track to ensure every student gets a turn 😉

What did we miss?! Tweet @whyliveschool with your favorite ways to get student buy-in.

All Reward Ideas for Students

🎉
👑
🎁
Trip to the Treasure Box
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Read Across America
Grades K-8
School
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Silly Science Experiments
Grades K-5
Class/House
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
House Induction
Grades 6-12
Class/House
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
School Supplies & Merch
Grades K-12
Student
Tangible
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Stuffed Animal in Class
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Donate $1
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Passing Period Music
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
School Spirit Day
Grades K-12
School
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Holiday Classroom Carousel
Grades 9-12
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
TikTok with the Teacher
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Line Leader
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Anime Themed Party
Grades 6-12
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Meet the Teacher
Grades K-8
School
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Operate Equipment.
Grades 9-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Color a Teacher’s Hair
Grades 9-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY

All Reward Ideas for Elementary School Students

🎉
👑
🎁
Camp Read Away
Grades K-8
Class/House
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Passing Period Music
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Attendance Popcorn Party
Grades K-12
Student
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
STEM Field Day
Grades K-8
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Pen Pouch
Grades K-8
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Backpack
Grades K-12
Student
Tangible
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Lunch Reservations
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Positive Note or Call Home
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Books
Grades K-12
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Tech Time
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Lunch with an Admin
Grades K-8
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Brain Break
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Free Dress
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Game of Thrones
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Snack Party
Grades 3-12
Class/House
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Video Game Rewards
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY

All Event Ideas for Schools

All Free Reward Ideas for Schools

🎉
👑
🎁
Class Book
🎉
👑
🎁
Free Dress
🎉
👑
🎁
Camp Read Away
🎉
👑
🎁
Play Games
🎉
👑
🎁
Stairway Messages
🎉
👑
🎁
Talk Time
🎉
👑
🎁
Meet the Teacher
🎉
👑
🎁
School Spirit Day
🎉
👑
🎁
Be a Comedian.
🎉
👑
🎁
Student Messenger

All Reward Ideas for High School Students

🎉
👑
🎁
Hat Pass
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Holiday Classroom Carousel
Grades 9-12
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Glow Party
Grades 6-12
School
Event
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Movie Posters
Grades 3-12
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Wristband
Grades K-12
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Decades Party
Grades 6-12
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Snack Party
Grades 3-12
Class/House
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Wild ‘N Out High School Edition
Grades 9-12
School
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Stairway Messages
Grades 9-12
Class/House
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Movie Night
Grades 9-12
Student
Event
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Early Lunch Dismissal
Grades 9-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
School Assembly
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Classroom DJ
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
School Spirit Day
Grades K-12
School
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Dress Up or Down Day
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Amazing Race
Grades 9-12
Class/House
Event
Low Cost/DIY

All Reward Ideas for Middle School Students

🎉
👑
🎁
Lunch Fast Pass
Grades 3-8
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Show & Tell
Grades K-8
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Meme Party
Grades 6-12
School
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Uber by a Principal
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
School Assembly
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Create the Seating Chart
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Dress Up or Down Day
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
♟️Chess With the Principal
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Movie Posters
Grades 3-12
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Read Across America
Grades K-8
School
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Pen Pouch
Grades K-8
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Ice Cream Sundae Party
Grades K-12
Class/House
Event
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Teacher Serenade
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Emcee the Announcements
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Lunch Reservations
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Partner Work
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free

All Student Reward & Incentive Ideas

💰
🎨
Emcee the Announcements
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Play Games
Grades 6-12
Class/House
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Special Pen
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
💰
🎨
Certificate of Achievement
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Student Spotlight Board
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
💰
🎨
Morning Meeting Leader
Grades 3-8
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Teacher for the Day
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Gift Cards
Grades 6-12
Student
Privilege
Deluxe
💰
🎨
Classroom DJ
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Holiday Delivery
Grades K-12
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
💰
🎨
Principal for a Day
Grades K-8
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Silly Science Experiments
Grades K-5
Class/House
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
💰
🎨
Class Pet
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Deluxe
💰
🎨
Student Messenger
Grades 3-8
Student
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
School Spirit Day
Grades K-12
School
Privilege
Free
💰
🎨
Free Dress
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free

All Virtual Reward Ideas for Schools

🎉
👑
🎁
Social Media Reporter
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Student Spotlight Board
Grades K-5
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Show & Tell
Grades K-8
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Digital Escape Rooms
Grades 6-12
Class/House
Privilege
Deluxe
🎉
👑
🎁
Stickers
Grades K-5
Student
Tangible
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Donate $1
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Low Cost/DIY
🎉
👑
🎁
Positive Note or Call Home
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Extra Computer Games
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Virtual Field Trip
Grades K-12
Class/House
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Classroom DJ
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Virtual Talent Show. 🎤
Grades 3-12
Class/House
Event
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Podcast
Grades 3-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Brain Break
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Teacher Q&A
Grades K-12
Class/House
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Morning Meeting Leader
Grades 3-8
Student
Privilege
Free
🎉
👑
🎁
Certificate of Achievement
Grades K-12
Student
Privilege
Free
See all Rewards

Want more ideas?

Rewards that Rock 🎸 has 100+ rewards, incentives, and event ideas to build your school culture.
Find Rewards
Learn more about the author, 
The Liveschool Team
 

Bring a positive culture to life with school-wide points

Schedule a Demo