I originally wrote about my "Smarty Pants Club" here in September. It was an idea I got from our wonderful hostess, Joanne at Head Over Heels for Teaching.
When students make a 100 on their common assessment, a.k.a. Unit Tests, they sign a sheet and get candy. (not necessarily Smarties, but candy. I hang it up on my "Smarty Pants" Wall.
This is how the board began.
This is the board now.
This past test (the orange ones), I had a few students who I know, NEVER thought they would get their name on that wall. I wish I could have taken a picture of their shock. It was priceless. They were so proud!
I had fallen behind on the board and passing out the tickets and candy. Now,I am finally organized and stocked up on candy and I passed them out the very next day. That made a HUGE impact as well!
It's working!!! It's working!!!
Don't forget about the huge giveaway going on with Miss Lifesaver and Middle School OCD.
Everyone wins!!!
What a fun idea! I can see where students would be motivated by being publicly recognized. (Plus, candy always helps!) Thank you for sharing this.
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Mary
Fit to be Fourth
Very cute! I have these cards somewhere but haven't used them yet.
ReplyDeleteJessica
Literacy Spark
I really like that idea! I give them table points with their 100% tests! but that is forgotten in a few days. A board is up for all to see! Totally stealing it:).
ReplyDeleteWhat a difference in the two boards! That's evidence of good teaching and motivated students! Awesome Elizabeth! I'm so glad you liked the idea and so glad it's working! :) Thanks for sharing and linking up friend!
ReplyDeleteJoanne
Head Over Heels For Teaching
YEAH! Look at all those Smarty Pants cards up there! Awesome!
ReplyDeleteAlison
Rockin' and Lovin' Learnin'