Comments on: 15 Creative Incentives for Middle School

By: Hailey Alcathie

Hailey Alcathie — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 17:34:01 +0000

In reply to Tyne Brack. This also works for high school. I am a student and my school puts each grade against each other. Fundraisers and grades count for points to see which grade level is the best and will win.

By: Melissa S Dionne

Melissa S Dionne — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 21:36:53 +0000

I teach 6th grade science in a middle school setting and use Class Dojo. Each class period has a separate avatar and can earn a maximum of 4 points a day for various character traits. At the end of the 3 weeks I declare a winning class.

By: Tyne Brack

Tyne Brack — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 17:24:55 +0000

In reply to Darma. That sounds great! Middle school students are easily motivated by points and 'winning' even if they don't win a prize. Best of luck with your new system!

By: Darma

Darma — Tue, 27 Mar 2018 02:53:17 +0000

I love the list of incentives. I think they are perfect for middle school students! I am also using a point system, which I’m trying for the first time. It was actually my own idea, so I am very happy to find out that many middle school teachers are using point systems. My students will have the opportunity of earning 5 points each day; 3 points are for showing good/specific behavior, and 2 points are for turning in complete homework and classwork. I hope this will be helpful for those who are thinking to implement a point system. I hope to read about other teachers’ point systems if any can share their experience using them.

By: Christine Loughran

Christine Loughran — Mon, 18 Sep 2017 19:15:49 +0000

I would like to encourage teachers not to give sweets/candy as a reward but something healthier or non food item. We don’t want to create the idea that sweets are the only reward. Love the creative list so far. It got me thinking about having the last 10 mins at the end of a challenge period to play a trivia contest ( I have cards I got from Target $1 section or you can find online), a pictionary game with drawing on the blackboard, a Kahoot quiz, play a card or dice game, etc. They do love writing on the board and maybe they elect someone from their team to be the score keeper on the board.

By: Noelle Pickering

Noelle Pickering — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 10:22:45 +0000

In reply to Amanda. It's on my list! Thanks for your kind words.

By: Amanda

Amanda — Thu, 20 Jul 2017 04:44:18 +0000

Hi Noelle,
I’m a 6th grade science teacher, but I’ve really enjoyed reading your posts that pertain to my classroom. I love the list of incentives you’ve included on this post! I was wondering if you ever posted about your point system. This is something I’ve thought about for years, but I’ve never figured out a good/easy way to implement it. I do like the ideas Darlene suggested in the comments, but I’m still curious about your system.
Thanks!

By: Christina

Christina — Mon, 05 Jun 2017 16:13:27 +0000

In reply to Darlene. This sounds great! And fun, I remember in high school they had class competitions for almost everything, kids never grow out of wanting to win!

By: Noelle Pickering

Noelle Pickering — Wed, 18 Jan 2017 23:22:23 +0000

In reply to Darlene. I love this idea! So incredible that you are able to vividly describe what she did in the classroom. She must have been a great teacher and you must have a wonderful son!

By: Darlene

Darlene — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 15:39:49 +0000

My son had an awesome teacher in the sixth grade and everything was a competition in his room. His room was set up half /half. Each week , it started all over new again. Which side had all class members in their seats first, which side could send the worksheets back the fastest, which side had the most homeworks turned in, which side had their desks straightened and was ready to leave for their next class, anything you could think of became a competition. The kids loved it and loved him. On Friday, the team (side) that had the most points received a Blowpop, a homework pass, miniture chocolate bar, etc. It worked, the students made the kids on their side compete. Every quarter, the seats were rearranged . That son, is now almost 31.

By: Noelle Pickering

Noelle Pickering — Sat, 13 Aug 2016 11:49:47 +0000

In reply to Laura. Hi Laura, thanks so much! You haven't found it because it is not up yet. Hopefully within the next month or two.

By: Laura

Laura — Sat, 13 Aug 2016 00:31:43 +0000

Hi Noelle! Love your ideas!
I tried a point system last year that I could not seem to remember to do. I’m curious about your system. I read in the previous comment that you were putting together a post about it, but I can’t find it.

By: Noelle Pickering

Noelle Pickering — Tue, 19 Jul 2016 04:27:14 +0000

In reply to Priscilla. Hi Priscilla! I am actually working on a post about a point/incentive system. Be sure to check back over the next few weeks.

By: Priscilla

Priscilla — Sun, 17 Jul 2016 02:51:55 +0000

I love all of these ideas! This will be my first year teaching and first time with middle schoolers. I was wondering, how do you have the point system set up?