8 Staff Attendance Incentives that Build Belonging
Options to turn consistent attendance into a shared moment of team recognition.
Ongoing
High Five Highlights
A staff appreciation activity where staff write quick shout-outs for colleagues.
Alissa Christensen
A quick recognition activity where staff write down something a colleague did that's worth a high-five. Post the notes in a shared space or read a few aloud during a meeting.
Why try it
Give staff a fast, low-lift way to notice and name what colleagues are doing well. A quick note takes seconds to write and fits into any meeting or shared space.
Posting the notes publicly builds recognition throughout the week. Staff can see who's being noticed and what for, which keeps appreciation visible across the team.
What's included
Browse the printables included with this resource.
Instructions
1
Set out the notes
Place the included recognition notes in the staff lounge, near the sign-in sheet, or hand them out during a staff meeting.
2
Invite staff to write
Ask staff to jot down something kind, helpful, or impressive a colleague did recently. They can check a box on the card, add their own note, or both.
3
Post or read aloud
Collect the notes and post them on a shared board, or read a few out loud during a staff meeting.
Go deeper
Additional tips for running this resource.
Leader Tip #1
Make it a habit
Use the notes at a staff meeting or during grade level meetings so recognition becomes a regular part of the routine.
Leader Tip #2
Meeting kickoff
Open a staff meeting by reading two or three notes aloud before moving into the agenda.
Built by Educators, for School Leaders
This resource was created in collaboration with passionate educators and school leaders who believe in the power of intentional connection.
Alissa Christensen
Head of Customer Success
Shoutouts
A teacher recognition program that runs itself.
Give teachers an opportunity to recognize their colleagues and collect them in your dashboard automatically. Easily print and share these encouraging words with your team.
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