At Westside Elementary, building confidence and celebrating growth is part of daily life thanks to the Super Improver Wall, a classroom-wide reward system adapted from Whole Brain Teaching strategies. These strategies emphasize movement, repetition, and positive community-building—helping students stay motivated while fostering a supportive environment.
How It Works
Students earn Super Improver stars for a variety of positive actions, such as:
- Completing all of their homework.
- Showing acts of kindness, like giving genuine compliments to classmates.
- Doing exceptional work or demonstrating personal growth by meeting goals.
Each star is added to a student’s Super Improver chart. Once enough stars are collected, the student “levels up,” signaling that their efforts are paying off.
A Moment to Celebrate
When a student levels up, the celebration is immediate and joyful. The class stops what they’re doing, and together they cheer:
“We are proud of you, say we are proud of you (clap, clap).
We are proud of you, say we are proud of you (clap, clap).”
This simple act of recognition not only boosts the student’s confidence but also creates an atmosphere where everyone shares in each other’s success.
Why It Works
The Super Improver Wall goes beyond traditional rewards. It:
- Encourages intrinsic motivation by recognizing effort, growth, and positive behavior—not just “being the best.”
- Promotes a supportive classroom community where students celebrate each other’s progress.
- Provides immediate recognition in a fun and memorable way, keeping students eager to improve.
As the year progresses, the challenge grows. Advancing to higher levels requires more stars, ensuring that students remain engaged and motivated all year long.
At Westside Elementary, the Super Improver Wall is more than just a chart on the wall—it’s a daily reminder that effort matters, kindness counts, and every step forward deserves to be celebrated.