Paying Kids for Good Grades: Does It Work?

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The kids reported doing different things with the money. Some said they were saving for college, while others used it to buy clothes or candy. One student at Takoma recently earned $95, her highest check ever. When asked how she did it, she replied, "I tried my hardest." But what about working hard for the love of learning? "Honestly," she says, "We’re kids. Let's be realistic."

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