Classroom Reward Budget Chart

How to use this chart

1. Find the row closest to your room, tank, project, payment, or classroom planning situation.
2. Use the value as a starting estimate, not a final recommendation.
3. Check the assumptions in the table and image before sharing or printing.
4. Open the related calculator when your inputs differ from the chart example.

When to use the calculator instead

Use the calculator when your measurements, rates, room conditions, local prices, tank setup, loan terms, or classroom routine do not match the simple chart rows. The calculator lets you adjust the inputs instead of forcing your situation into a rough example.

Examples from this chart

Worked example

• Small class: use $25 to $50/quarter as the quick chart estimate, then adjust the exact inputs in the calculator if your setup is different.
• Typical class: use $50 to $100/quarter as the quick chart estimate, then adjust the exact inputs in the calculator if your setup is different.
• Schoolwide PBIS: use Use points and redemption rate as the quick chart estimate, then adjust the exact inputs in the calculator if your setup is different.

Limitations and assumptions

These chart rows are rounded planning estimates. Check real product labels, local rates, room conditions, tank setup, project measurements, and current prices before buying or making a final decision.

Save or share this chart

You can print this page, save the tall image for planning, or link to the page from a blog post, classroom resource, forum answer, or project checklist so readers can open the calculator too.