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249. Board Points: A Simple Whole Classroom Management Strategy

Aug 24, 2026 · 24 min · 10 segments

I’ve mentioned Board Points on this podcast more times than I can count, but somehow I’ve never given them their own episode. Today, we’re finally fixing that! I’m sharing how I started using Board…

I’ve mentioned Board Points on this podcast more times than I can count, but somehow I’ve never given them their own episode. Today, we’re finally fixing that! I’m sharing how I started using Board Points, why they became a game-changer for one challenging class, and exactly how I use them to build teamwork and reduce individual behavior management. I’ll walk you through my simple system, answer common questions, and share creative ways to use points, class competitions, and rewards to keep students motivated and create that “we’re in this together” mentality. ➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode249 **Resources Mentioned:** - Bell - INRS Units - INRS Full Year Curriculum - Classroom Management Podcast Playlist - Download your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge. - Take the Free Labs When Limited virtual PD course - Send me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.science - Send me an email: [rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com](mailto:rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com) - Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts. - Follow, rate, and comment on Spotify. **Related Episodes and Blog Posts:** - Episode 90, Classroom Management Philosophy for Secondary Science Teachers - Episode 91, My Top 5 Classroom Management Routines and Procedures for High School Science Teachers - Episode 93, Simple Strategies for Classroom Management - Episode 246, Grouping and Engaging Students with Popsicle Sticks Save 25% off all It's Not Rocket Science resources Tuesday, August 25th, and Wednesday, August 26th, with code BTSBONUS26 at checkout! This is your LAST CHANCE to save until Cyber Monday!

I’ve mentioned Board Points on this podcast more times than I can count, but somehow I’ve never given them their own episode. Today, we’re finally fixing that! I’m sharing how I started using Board…

Speakers: Rebecca JoynerHost

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Board Points SystemEducation > Classroom Management > Behavior Management > Student Engagement
Motivational TechniquesEducation > Teaching Strategies
Classroom CultureEducation > Teaching Strategies > Motivational Techniques
Peer AccountabilityEducation > Teaching Strategies > Motivational Techniques > Classroom Culture
Extra CreditEducation > Assessment > Formative Assessment
Bonus QuestionsEducation > Assessment > Formative Assessment > Extra Credit
Group BehaviorEducation > Student Behavior > Classroom Dynamics
Self-PolicingEducation > Student Behavior > Classroom Dynamics > Group Behavior
Positive ReinforcementEducation > Teacher Strategies > Classroom Environment
CompetitionsEducation > Teacher Strategies > Classroom Environment > Positive Reinforcement
Teaching StrategiesEducation
Formative AssessmentEducation > Assessment
Behavior ManagementEducation > Classroom Management
Teacher StrategiesEducation
AssessmentEducation
Classroom DynamicsEducation > Student Behavior
Classroom ManagementEducation
Student BehaviorEducation
Education
Student EngagementEducation > Classroom Management > Behavior Management
Classroom EnvironmentEducation > Teacher Strategies

Bonus Back-to-School Sale0:01 – 1:11

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Rebecca JoynerHost

0:01

It's time.

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Rebecca JoynerHost

0:02

If you missed the first back to school sale in early August, you are in luck.

R

Rebecca JoynerHost

0:07

It is time for the bonus back to school sale.

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Rebecca JoynerHost

0:11

Tuesday, August 25th and Wednesday, August 26th, you can save 25% off everything in my TBT store and my resource shop at shop.itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com with the code BTSBONUS26.

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Rebecca JoynerHost

0:26

So on TBT, the resources when you go there will already be discounted 20%, and then you put that code in at checkout, and it'll take that other 5% off for you.

R

Rebecca JoynerHost

0:36

When you go to my website, nothing's gonna look discounted, but if you put in that code at checkout, that's when it takes off the full 25%.

R

Rebecca JoynerHost

0:44

This is your last chance, y'all, to save until the Cyber Monday and Tuesday sale in November.

R

Rebecca JoynerHost

0:50

That is always the last sale of the year.

R

Rebecca JoynerHost

0:52

It's the most predictable one.

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Rebecca JoynerHost

0:54

It's always that.

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Rebecca JoynerHost

0:55

So do not miss out.

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Rebecca JoynerHost

0:56

Like, you-- that's a long time away, y'all.

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Rebecca JoynerHost

0:59

So again, that code is BTSBONUS26, and it's good for 25% off all It's Not Rocket Science resources Tuesday, August 25th and Wednesday, August 26th.

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Rebecca JoynerHost

1:10

Happy shopping.