> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.classcents.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quick Setup Guide

> Get your classroom economy running in about 15 minutes

## Get Started in Five Steps

Follow this guide to set up your first classroom economy and start engaging your students with ClassCents.

### Step 1: Create Your First Classroom

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the Create Classroom Wizard">
    From your **Dashboard**, find the **Your Classrooms** card and click **Create Classroom**. A 2-step wizard opens.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step 1 — Basics">
    * **Classroom Name** (required): A memorable name (e.g., "Ms. Smith's Grade 3")
    * **Grade Level** (optional): A number from 1–12

    Click **Next**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Step 2 — Settings">
    * **Class Goal Amount** (optional): A shared savings target shown on the classroom card
    * **Starting Balance** (optional): Every new student added to this classroom will begin with this balance

    A live preview shows what your classroom card will look like.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create the Classroom">
    Click **Create Classroom** — you'll land on your new classroom workspace.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>Start with simple settings - you can always customize more later!</Tip>

### Step 2: Configure Your Currency

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Classroom Currency">
    Navigate to **Settings** → **Classroom Settings** → **Currency** (page titled **Classroom Currency**).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose Your Setup">
    * **Reward System Type**: **Points System** (whole numbers) or **Currency System** (dollar-style with decimals)
    * **Currency Symbol** (Currency mode only): Pick from `$ £ € ¥ ₹ ₱ ₩ ₦ ฿ ₫ ₴`
    * **Currency Name**: Create a fun name (e.g., "Eagle Bucks", "Star Points")
    * **Display Currency Name**: Toggle to show the name next to balances
  </Step>

  <Step title="Apply Changes">
    Click **Apply Changes** when the button activates. Use the **Live Preview** on the right to confirm.
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Step 3: Add Your Students

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Students Section">
    Click on your classroom → **Students** tab
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Students">
    Choose your method:

    * **Add Individual**: Enter one student at a time with custom settings
    * **Bulk Add**: Add multiple students quickly with the bulk form
  </Step>

  <Step title="Adjust Balances if Needed">
    You can adjust individual student balances anytime from the Transactions page.
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Step 4: Create Rewards

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Global Rewards">
    Navigate to **Settings** → **Classroom Settings** → **Global Rewards**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open the Reward Builder">
    Click the dashed **Add New Reward** card to open the **Create New Global Reward** dialog.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Fill in the Reward">
    * **Reward Title**: What students see (e.g., "Homework Pass", "Extra Recess")
    * **Cost**: The price in your currency
    * **Stock**: How many copies are available
    * **Select Reward Icon**: Pick from the icon library, or **Upload Custom Image** (optional)
    * **Make Reward Visible**: Students can see it
    * **Auctionable**: Can be added to auctions
    * **Redeemable**: Students can redeem it directly with points
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create Multiple Tiers">
    Mix low-cost (5–10), medium (25–100), and high-cost (200+) rewards so students have options at every balance level.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>Start with 5-10 rewards. You can always add more as students get comfortable with the system!</Warning>

### Step 5: Start Awarding Points

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Your Classroom Workspace">
    From the dashboard, click your classroom to open its workspace.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Award the Whole Class">
    Click **Award All Students** in the action toolbar. Enter an **Amount** and a **Reason for Award** (e.g., "Great participation today!"), then confirm.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Award an Individual Student">
    Click a student card and use **Give Points** (or the quick-action buttons) to award or deduct points with a custom reason.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enable Student Access">
    Generate QR codes so students can view their balances and shop for rewards → see [Student Dashboard Guide](/students/accessing-dashboard).
  </Step>
</Steps>

## What's Next?

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Set Up Classroom Jobs" icon="briefcase" href="/advanced/jobs">
    Create paid jobs that provide students with regular earning opportunities
  </Card>

  <Card title="Create Achievement Badges" icon="award" href="/advanced/badges">
    Automatically reward students for reaching milestones
  </Card>

  <Card title="Configure Payment Schedules" icon="clock" href="/advanced/payment-schedules">
    Customize when automated job payments occur (NEW in v2.3.3!)
  </Card>

  <Card title="Host Your First Auction" icon="gavel" href="/advanced/auctions">
    Create excitement with competitive bidding on special rewards
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Tips for Success

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Start Small and Build Gradually" icon="seedling">
    Don't overwhelm yourself with every feature at once. Start with basic currency and rewards, then add badges, jobs, and auctions as you get comfortable.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Involve Students in the Process" icon="users">
    Let students help name the currency, suggest rewards, and provide feedback. Student buy-in is crucial for success!
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Be Consistent with Awarding" icon="check">
    Consistency is key. Award points regularly and fairly so students trust the system and stay motivated.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Monitor and Adjust" icon="chart-line">
    Use the analytics dashboard to see what's working. Adjust reward prices and earning opportunities based on student engagement.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

<Note>
  **Need help?** Visit our [Support page](/support/contact) to create a ticket or check out our [FAQ](/support/faq).
</Note>