When it comes to classroom rewards, lollies and small prizes can be the easy go-to. But they’re not sustainable, they don’t build lasting habits, and often, they don’t align with whole-school values. In my classroom, I’ve found a simple but powerful alternative: rewarding students with minutes when they follow our school’s expectations. It’s not about giving out treats; it’s about building accountability, teamwork, and pride in being role models for the whole school. Why Minutes Work So Well Students love free sessions. By making minutes the reward, my class is motivated in a way that stickers or tokens never achieved. Every time they follow expectations, walking quietly to a specialist,…