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See how ASU Prep turns testing season into a real-world lesson on stocks! By incorporating real-world lessons on stocks into your curriculum, you'll not only teach students about the potential benefits of investing but also provide them with an incentive to excel during the upcoming testing season.
Learn MoreUnderstanding financial literacy concepts such as managing a budget, risk, and credit can be challenging for students without engaging and relevant learning opportunities. By incorporating real-world applications and hands-on experiences into the classroom, educators can transform abstract financial principles into meaningful lessons. See how two ClassEquity ambassadors incorporate applicable life lessons into their classroom!
Learn MoreLooking back on my personal education experience, the one thing I truly find lacking is the real world skills and concepts. Graduating high school and entering the adult world, I felt extremely unprepared for learning how to live and navigate outside of being under my parents' care. I had no idea how to budget my money, file taxes, or understand the effects of credit. So now in my 7th year as a third grade teacher it comes as no surprise to me that the unit my students struggle with the most is personal financial literacy.
Learn MoreAs we officially kick off ClassBank's 2024 Shark Tank Challenge, we are thrilled to spotlight Ava A., the deserving winner of the 2023 ClassBank Shark Tank Project Based Learning Competition! Ava's innovative concept, Gifting Gods, not only impressed the judges with its creativity and market potential but also inspired students and educators alike. Hear from student entrepreneur Ava and her teacher Katie, and learn how your class can enter to win!
Learn MoreIf your organization would like to sponsor schools in your area to ensure every student has access to financial literacy, we would love to partner! Send us an email at abby@classequity.com, and we can share more about our pricing packages and sponsorship opportunities.
Learn More2 out of 3 families lack ay type of emergency savings, 78% of adults are living paycheck to paycheck, and almost 3 in 4 workers are in some form of debt, many believing they always will be. If financial literacy is crucial for everyday life, why doesn't it get more air time in school?
Learn MoreExplore how a school-wide positive reinforcement system, integrated with PBIS frameworks, can transform your school's environment into one of respect, safety, and consistency. This guide walks you through establishing a culture of positive behavior from the ground up, leveraging tools like ClassBank to maintain engagement and streamline processes.
Learn MoreIf you're looking to refresh your school store, or for more PBIS incentive ideas, you're in the right place! Here is your complete list of free and low cost reward ideas, broken down by grade level.
Learn MoreCreating a vibrant school rewards store is not just about incentivizing good behavior—it's about integrating Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) into the fabric of your school culture. If you're looking to boost student motivation and foster a more positive school environment, you've landed in the right place. Here's everything you need to know to get started.
Learn MoreDo your students have a surplus of classroom money or points as the school year wraps up? Here are some creative and affordable store ideas for students to spend their savings on and celebrate the end of the school year!
Learn MoreLearn how to develop a student-led economy system through practical strategies from schools like yours. The session, led by educators, is tailored for teachers and school administrators eager to integrate student voices into their Positive Behaviors Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework and create a more empowering, engaging, and collaborative school environment.
Learn MoreA well-implemented classroom economy is an effective way to instill financial literacy, encourage responsible behavior, and build interpersonal skills. However, if you find yourself worried about how to price everything appropriately, you are in the right place! That is the number one question that we get from teachers! In this article you’ll hear from ClassBank (formerly ClassEquity) teachers and see our pricing recommendations to help you determine prices for the different elements of your classroom economy.
Learn MoreClassroom auctions are a fun and engaging way for students to learn about supply and demand, saving, and decision making. They can foster a sense of competition and collaboration among students, getting them more involved in the learning process. Here are a few ways you can do a classroom auction with ClassEquity!
Learn MoreAmazon Prime Day is Christmas in July for teachers prepping their classrooms for the upcoming school year, and it starts July 12th! We want you to get in on the best discounts and fun new items for your classroom store, so we compiled a list students’ favorite rewards and Prime Day deals.
Learn MoreInterested in using ClassBank schoolwide but don’t have it in the budget? Here are some buckets of funding that your school may be eligible for (or already receive) that you can use for ClassBank!
Learn MoreDuring the hustle and bustle of testing season it can be difficult to take a breather. Check out these tips for incorporating some healthy habits into your testing routines!
Learn MoreA classroom economy system allows you to teach your students real world skills, while increasing student engagement and promoting positive social behaviors. Check out these best practices and lesson plan ideas for creating a meaningful system that fits the needs of you and your students.
Learn MoreIf you find creating and maintaining classroom jobs overwhelming, this article is for you! With the right framing, classroom jobs can not only make your to-do list shorter, but they can increase student investment and boost real-world learning opportunities.
Learn MoreLearn more about the classroom economy system, and how it can help you increase student engagement and promote financial literacy!
Learn MoreClassroom management answers the question, "How do we engage students?" Think back to elementary school, when your teacher posted gold stars on a chart, or used a clothespin to track student behavior between green "Ready to learn!", yellow "Slow down...", or red "Principal's office!"...
Learn MoreDo you want to provide your students with real world learning opportunities and teach applicable life skills, but feel like you don't have the time or the resources? Are you looking fun and engaging ways to promote positive social behaviors in your classroom? If you thought (or screamed!) yes to these questions, ClassBank (formerly ClassEquity) is here to help :)
Learn MoreSee how ASU Prep turns testing season into a real-world lesson on stocks! By incorporating real-world lessons on stocks into your curriculum, you'll not only teach students about the potential benefits of investing but also provide them with an incentive to excel during the upcoming testing season.
Learn MoreUnderstanding financial literacy concepts such as managing a budget, risk, and credit can be challenging for students without engaging and relevant learning opportunities. By incorporating real-world applications and hands-on experiences into the classroom, educators can transform abstract financial principles into meaningful lessons. See how two ClassEquity ambassadors incorporate applicable life lessons into their classroom!
Learn MoreLooking back on my personal education experience, the one thing I truly find lacking is the real world skills and concepts. Graduating high school and entering the adult world, I felt extremely unprepared for learning how to live and navigate outside of being under my parents' care. I had no idea how to budget my money, file taxes, or understand the effects of credit. So now in my 7th year as a third grade teacher it comes as no surprise to me that the unit my students struggle with the most is personal financial literacy.
Learn MoreAs we officially kick off ClassBank's 2024 Shark Tank Challenge, we are thrilled to spotlight Ava A., the deserving winner of the 2023 ClassBank Shark Tank Project Based Learning Competition! Ava's innovative concept, Gifting Gods, not only impressed the judges with its creativity and market potential but also inspired students and educators alike. Hear from student entrepreneur Ava and her teacher Katie, and learn how your class can enter to win!
Learn MoreIf your organization would like to sponsor schools in your area to ensure every student has access to financial literacy, we would love to partner! Send us an email at abby@classequity.com, and we can share more about our pricing packages and sponsorship opportunities.
Learn More2 out of 3 families lack ay type of emergency savings, 78% of adults are living paycheck to paycheck, and almost 3 in 4 workers are in some form of debt, many believing they always will be. If financial literacy is crucial for everyday life, why doesn't it get more air time in school?
Learn MoreClassBank offers a more robust classroom economy system that reinforces positive behavior through financial literacy skills development
Learn MorePleasant View Middle School in Ohio sees a 23% decrease in behavioral incidents and an increased sense of belonging after implementing a Digital School Economy with ClassBank.
Learn MoreEach time I visit the classrooms using ClassBank (formerly ClassEquity) at Bunnell Elementary I was impressed with the student engagement while learning financial literacy. The students learn real-life skills, for example, saving and spending classroom money responsibly, while creating a positive classroom culture. The students are quick to tell you all about their experience using ClassEquity. That speaks volumes hearing the enthusiasm in their voices.
Learn MoreDiscover how New Heights, a school for autistic students from kindergarten through high school, effectively prepares their students for life after graduation by implementing a school-wide classroom economy using ClassBank (formerly ClassEquity). With a focus on real-world learning and financial responsibility, they bring the community into the classroom, base rent on local housing prices, and use student work-study timesheets to determine salaries.
Learn More"We were at a point in our building where the discipline program we were using was not effective. The administration was focusing on PBIS, personal finance, and career goals this year, and ClassBank seemed to fit all of those,” shared Linda. Here's what Gibsonburg Middle learned about how to improve behavior, engagement, and culture.
Learn MoreOur newest ambassador, Cass M., is a middle school teacher and one of the many Canadian educators using ClassBank. Her approach to a classroom economy puts students at the center and allows them to be the ones running the show. Learn more about how Cass inspires her students to build community and ownership, as well as how she incorporates Canada’s financial literacy standards into her classroom economy!
Learn MoreClassBank (formerly ClassEquity) ambassadors are teachers who are passionate about the program and give back to the ClassBank community. To recognize their efforts and share their wisdom, we have compiled a list of best practices shared by some of our incredible ambassadors. Whether you are new to ClassBank or an ambassador yourself, or somewhere in between, this post will help you save time, motivate your students, and get the most out of ClassBank!
Learn MoreKing's Ridge is a public STEM-based middle school serving grades 5-8. After two years of COVID protocols, students and families felt disconnected, so King's Ridge is prioritizing building community "to get students to feel like school is not only a place for learning, but for fun and friendship as well."
Learn MoreAre you looking for a tangible and exciting way to bring ClassBank (formerly ClassEquity) into your classroom? Learn about how Kelly S. incorporates student credit cards with QR codes into her classroom economy. Extra credit if you can say "ClassBank QR Credit Card" five times fast.
Learn MoreCan you imagine someone asking you for classroom management tips during your first year of teaching? I know I can't 😅 Learn how Brenda A. turned around her student's behavior and co-created a positive classroom community!
Learn MoreThom Gibson is two-time Teacher of the Year, and has experimented with student jobs and classroom economies for 7 years, primarily in 5th-8th grade classrooms. We gave Thom your most frequently asked questions about student jobs, and he shared his best practices to implement and manage your classroom system.
Learn MoreClassBank (formerly ClassEquity) teachers worked with Ironhack Berlin's UX/UI bootcamp to collaborate on next year's plans for ClassBank! A huge thank you to Julie W., Ericka M., and Dylan M., who worked with the Ironhack students and provided valuable feedback throughout the design process! Learn more about their experience and the design process here!
Learn MoreOver 300 students entered our first ever Shark Tank Project Based Learning Competition, and we are excited to showcase our winner! Check out Brooke and "The Phone Book"!
Learn MoreAs a global magnet school teacher, Alissa M's focus is on celebrating diversity and building global citizenship. Learn more about how Alissa brings a global perspective into her classroom!
Learn MoreSara S. teaches 4th grade in a self-contained classroom, and is in her 20th year teaching. On top of helping her students practice their math skills, Sara has used ClassBank (formerly ClassEquity) to open up discussions about cost of living and inflation within her own community.
Learn MoreClassBank (formerly ClassEquity) can help you maintain a positive classroom culture no matter what life throws at you! Learn how Julie W. used ClassBank (formerly ClassEquity) to maintain her classroom culture during virtual learning.
Learn MoreCreating a well-run, warm, effective yet fun learning environment seemed to me to be an impossible task. Until ClassEquity came along and completely TRANSFORMED my 4th grade classroom.
Learn MoreBrynn started using ClassBank with her own 7th and 8th grade students, and is now getting her whole middle school onboard! Last week, we got the chance to shadow Brynn's class, chat with students, and collaborate with teachers during a Professional Development session.
Learn MoreRoseMary S. teaches 6th grade inclusion math and science. This year, RoseMary's team wanted to do a Classroom Economy, and started with paper money. RoseMary wanted to find something easier to keep up with that would still keep the students accountable for their actions and money, which led her to ClassBank (formerly ClassEquity)!
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