We have "Bucket Fillers" here and students get treasure cards for actions recognized by teachers and staff here in our building- Going the extra mile for each other, holding doors, volunteering to help a student in need, etc... If they are awarded a treasure card, they are recognized during morning announcements and then can pick a small something from the counselor's treasure box (pencils, fun shaped erasers, etc...)That's how I recognize something like you mentioned. I think that, plus the praise you have already given is plenty enough. I may be a bit finicky when it comes to stuff like this but I'm not one to jump at passing out a trophy or certificate every time a student does something good.
