Setting Goals
The following are suggestions adapted from the 2002-2003 Albert Schweitzer Elementary School Student Planner.
The way to succeed is by setting goals and taking steps to accomplish them. This takes planning, which means taking control of what you do, how you do it, and when you do it.
Set short-term goals:
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Earn a "B" or better on the next test. |
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Meet and get to know one new person this week. |
Set long-term goals:
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Help with housework on the weekends. |
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Play a sport on summer league team. |
Make goals specific:
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Poor: You will read more. |
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Better: You will read one book each week. |
Make goals realistic:
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Poor: You will read five books each week. |
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Better: You will read one book each week. |
Set a time line:
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When do you want to reach your goal? |
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What do you need to do to reach your goal and keep you on track? |