Goal Setting

Open Ended

Why do you think setting goals is important for your future, especially as you move through middle school and beyond?

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between a dream and a goal according to the quote?

• A dream is a goal

• A goal has a plan and a deadline

• A dream is just a wish

• A goal is less important than a dream

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the difference between a dream and a goal?

• A dream is a vision of what we want, while a goal is a plan to achieve it.

• A dream is always realistic, while a goal is not.

• A goal is something you wish for, while a dream is something you work toward.

• Dreams and goals mean the same thing.

Multiple Choice

What does the phrase 'Goals are dreams with deadlines' imply about setting goals?

• Goals should be flexible

• Goals require a timeline

• Goals are unimportant

• Goals can be ignored

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be considered a short-term goal for a 10th grader?

• Going to college on a football scholarship

• Having perfect attendance from 9-12th grades

• Getting an A in PE class 3rd quarter

• Having a career in physical training after college

Drag and Drop

Choose 3 short term goals:​

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Drag these tiles and drop them in the correct blank above

Turning in my math assignment for a week

Completing my iReady Minutes in a timely manner

Spending 1 hour every night  on Homework

Explore Careers I am interested in

Graduate from highschool with good grades

Go to college or get a job

Multiple Select

Which of the following are characteristics of S.M.A.R.T. goals?

• Specific

• Measurable

• Achievable

• Flexible

Multiple Select

Choose all the questions you should ask yourself when setting a specific goal?

• What are you going to do?

• Why is this important?

• How are you going to do it?

• When will you start?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the 'Measurable' aspect of a S.M.A.R.T goal?

• A goal you are able to see the change happen by how much or how many?

• A goal that is easy to achieve

• A goal that is creative and unique

• A goal that is set by someone else

Multiple Choice

Why is "I will eat healthy this week" not a SMART goal?

• Not attainable

• Not time-bound

• Not measurable or specific

• It is a SMART goal

Multiple Choice

What does it mean for a goal to be attainable?

• It should be easy to achieve

• It should be slightly uncomfortable but within your reach

• It should be impossible

• It should be irrelevant

Multiple Choice

What is an example of a realistic goal ?

• I will not watch television until my homework is done.

• I will never do my homework.

• I will watch television all day.

• I will finish my homework tomorrow.

Open Ended

Explain why it is important for a goal to be both attainable and realistic. Use examples from the slides to support your answer.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a specific measurable and timely goal ?

• I will exercise more.

• I will walk for 30 minutes every day. after school

• I want to be healthier.

• I will try to be more active.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a SMART goal?

• I want to be better at math.

• I will read one book every month.

• I will improve my math grades by practicing for 30 minutes every day.

• I want to make lots of friends.

Multiple Choice

According to the extra ideas provided, what should you do if you don’t reach a goal?

• Think of it as failure

• Give up immediately

• Identify areas that need improvement

• Ignore it and move on

Multiple Choice

Why is resilience important in achieving success?

• It ensures you never face any difficulties.

• It helps you to quickly bounce back from setbacks.

• It guarantees success in every endeavor.

• It makes challenges easier.

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to celebrate small victories when working towards a big goal?

• It wastes time that could be spent working.

• It can demotivate you.

• It helps maintain motivation and acknowledges your progress.

• It makes the goal seem less significant.

Multiple Choice

What is the main difference between dreams and goals as discussed in the lesson?

• Dreams are visions of what we want, while goals are the steps to achieve them.

• Dreams are always achievable, but goals are not.

• Goals are only for adults, while dreams are for everyone.

• Dreams require planning, but goals do not.

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson about setting goals, what is one goal you would like to set for yourself for middle school or beyond?