Create a Class

Creating a class unlocks the full gamification features of ClassMana. Currently free, but will require a paid subscription in the future.

What You Need

What creating a class enables:

  • Experience points and leveling system
  • Mana and powers
  • Rewards system
  • Avatar customization (Stage 2)
  • Health and strikes (Stage 3)
  • Gold and shop (Stage 4)
  • Activity tracking

Creating Your Class

Step 1: Click "Create Class"

From your dashboard, click the large "+" card or "Create Class" button.

Step 2: Enter Class Name

A dialog will appear asking for your class name.

Examples:

  • "Period 3 Math"
  • "5th Grade Homeroom"
  • "Ms. Smith's Science"

Enter the name and click "Create Class".

Three-Step Setup Wizard

After creating your class, you'll go through a 3-step setup wizard to configure students, rewards, and powers.

Step 1: Import Students

Import students step

Add your students one per line.

For security reasons, only use their first names. When there are duplicates, use first names with last initials (e.g., "John D.", "John S.").

Quick Import

Copy/paste from a spreadsheet works great! You can also edit names later in Class Settings.

Click "Import Students" when done (or skip to add students later).

Step 2: Configure Rewards

Configure rewards step

Select from suggested rewards or create your own custom rewards.

Each reward can give Experience - The primary currency for leveling up

Select the rewards you want to use, customize point values if needed, add your own, then click "Continue".

Customize Anytime

Don't worry about getting rewards perfect now. You can add, edit, or remove rewards anytime from Class Settings.

Step 3: Configure Powers

Configure powers step

Select from suggested powers or create your own custom powers.

Powers are special perks students can "purchase" using their mana:

  • Choose which powers to enable
  • Set the mana cost for each power (1-5 mana)
  • Customize power names to match your classroom

Click the powers you want to enable, then click "Finish Setup".

You're Done!

Your class dashboard will now show your students (if you added any) and you're ready to start giving rewards.

Class dashboard after setup

Next Steps After Setup

Give Your First Rewards

Click on a student and select a reward to give them experience points. See Giving Rewards for detailed instructions.

Explore the Dashboard

Learn how to navigate and use all dashboard features in the Class Dashboard guide.

Configure Class Settings

Click the gear icon in the dashboard navigation to access settings:

  • Class - Edit name, weekly mana schedule, feature toggles
  • Students - Add, edit, or remove students
  • Rewards - Customize your reward list
  • Powers - Enable/disable and customize powers
  • Co-Teachers - Invite other teachers to help manage

Invite Co-Teachers

Want another teacher to help manage your class?

  1. Go to Settings → Co-Teachers
  2. Enter the teacher's email address
  3. They'll receive an invitation to join

Co-teacher permissions:

  • ✅ Give rewards and use powers
  • ✅ Manage students and view activity
  • ❌ Cannot change class settings
  • ❌ Cannot delete the class

Managing Multiple Classes

You can create multiple classes. Each class is completely independent:

  • Students can't see other classes
  • Settings are separate per class
  • Activity logs are separate

To switch between classes:

  1. Click the home icon to return to your main dashboard
  2. Click on the class you want to manage

Pricing Information

Current Status: FREE

Class Adventure is currently free during beta. In the future, it will require a paid subscription. See Pricing for details.

What's free now:

  • Create unlimited classes
  • Add unlimited students
  • Access all stages and features
  • Full support

Common Questions

Can I edit the class name later?

Yes! Go to Settings → Class and change the name anytime.

Can I add students after setup?

Yes! Go to Settings → Students and click "Add Student".

Can I skip the setup wizard?

Yes! You can skip adding students, rewards, or powers during setup and add them later in Settings.

What if I make a mistake?

Everything can be edited later. Don't worry about getting it perfect during setup.

Can I delete a class?

Yes, in Settings → Class → Delete Class. This cannot be undone!

Can I import settings from one class to another?

Not currently, but it's a planned feature for the future.

Next Steps

Now that your class is created:

  1. Explore the Dashboard - Learn how to navigate and manage your class
  2. Stage 1: Rewards & Powers - Start using the gamification system
  3. Best Practices - Tips for keeping students engaged
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