If you’re an educator, you know just how challenging the last couple of years have been. And if you’re a school administrator, you know the toll that’s taking on your teachers and other staff. Will talented educators leaving the field in droves, you need a way to maintain morale and show teachers you value them.
Custom challenge coins are a great way to show your hardworking teachers you appreciate their hard work and dedication. Custom coins have a long history as tokens of appreciation in the military, and in the civilian world as well. Many employers have discovered that a little bit of recognition goes a long way toward maintaining staff morale and retaining outstanding employees.
Challenge coins have been used since ancient times as rewards for a job well done. Over the past century, they have become a staple of military life in the United States. In recent years, others have discovered their value as well.
Of course, challenge coins should be an addition to teacher rewards, not a primary item themselves. Extra cash, luncheons, additional vacation days and other more tangible rewards are surely more appreciated. However, adding custom coins to those standards as an extra way to say “thank you” is certainly a positive reinforcement as well.
Presenting Challenge Coins to Educators
Custom coins are traditionally presented in the military in a simple handshake, a low-key passing that all but the most observant are likely to miss. A more public ceremony is appropriate for educators.
You can reward educators with custom coins in the classroom in front of students, or in schoolwide or even districtwide assemblies. The more public the presentation, the more the educators will see that they are valued by their students, their schools and their community.
When you’re ready to reward your teaching staff with custom challenge coins, we’re here to help. We’ll work with you to ensure your design clearly shows your teacher how much you value their sacrifice an commitment. Call, email or fill out our no-obligation Free Quote form to find out more.