Positive reinforcement is necessary for teachers to use in the classroom. Every person, especially middle school students, likes to be recognized for the good things they do. When a student is praised for good behavior, it makes him or her want to behave in that manner daily. Praise also validates to a student and class that certain behaviors are appreciated and exemplary.
Hard work must also not go unrecognized or unrewarded. If a student’s efforts are unrecognized, especially in middle grades, he or she may give up or think hard work is not worth the time and effort. When good behavior and grades are appropriately rewarded, students are taught how doing the right thing and how being exceptional reaps benefits.
· Behavior—If a student has never been on the discipline log by the end of a 9 week grading period, some incentives and rewards may include:
*Extra Afternoon Recess during 7th period
*Admission to a good conduct spring dance during 6th/7th periods
· Grades—If a student has an A in English for the first three 9 week grading period, their name may be entered in a drawing for itunes giftcards or a similar reward.
*Students with a 90 or higher GPA are also eligible for the National Junior Honor Society. The Honor Society takes extra field trips possibly including one to an Atlanta Braves game in the spring.
· AR points—Mrs. Locke, the school librarian, rewards exceptional AR readers with the highest number of points in their class with a movie during the spring semester. She provides popcorn, candy, and cokes.
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