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Lesson Plan

Goal Setting GPS Lesson Plan

Students will learn the SMART goal framework and practice crafting personal academic or personal goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

Teaching SMART goal setting gives students a clear, structured process for planning and achieving objectives, boosting motivation, accountability, and overall academic and personal growth.

Audience

9th Grade Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Interactive lecture, group practice, and reflection.

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up and Introduction

5 minutes

  • Greet students and ask: “What’s a goal you’ve recently set, and why did you choose it?”
  • Invite 2–3 volunteers to share briefly
  • Introduce today’s objective: mastering SMART goals
  • Display Slide 1 of the SMART Goals Starter Slide Deck

Step 2

Breakdown of SMART Criteria

10 minutes

  • Define each SMART component using Slides 2–6:
    • Specific: clear, detailed target
    • Measurable: criteria for tracking progress
    • Achievable: realistic given resources
    • Relevant: aligned with broader objectives
    • Time-bound: set a deadline
  • After each letter, prompt students for an example

Step 3

Group Activity: Crafting SMART Goals

10 minutes

  • Pair up students and ask each to choose a personal or academic goal
  • Distribute the SMART Goals Template
  • In pairs, draft a SMART version of their goal
  • Circulate to support and prompt deeper specificity or measurability

Step 4

Share-Out and Feedback

3 minutes

  • Invite 2–3 pairs to read their SMART goal aloud
  • Classmates offer one suggestion to strengthen measurability or timeframe
  • Teacher highlights strong elements and offers guidance

Step 5

Reflection and Closing

2 minutes

  • Students write one key takeaway or personal commitment on a sticky note
  • Post notes on the board for collective reflection
  • Teacher summarizes: apply SMART goals to upcoming projects and personal plans
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Lesson Plan

Conquer Your Clock

Students will learn to prioritize tasks, create effective schedules, and apply time-blocking techniques using a daily planner to manage their academic and personal responsibilities.

Effective time management reduces stress, enhances productivity, and empowers students to balance schoolwork and personal life, building habits crucial for high school success and beyond.

Audience

9th Grade Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Interactive discussion and hands-on planning

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up and Introduction

5 minutes

  • Greet students and pose: “What’s one activity you wish you had more time for, and why?”
  • Invite 2–3 volunteers to share briefly
  • Introduce lesson objective: mastering key time management skills
  • Display Slide 1 of the Time Management Starter Slide Deck

Step 2

Time Management Principles

7 minutes

  • Define three core principles using Slides 2–4:
    • Prioritization: identifying high-impact tasks
    • Scheduling: assigning tasks to specific times
    • Time Blocking: grouping similar activities
  • After each principle, ask students for a quick real-life example

Step 3

Hands-On Activity: Prioritize and Plan

8 minutes

  • Distribute the Daily Planner Template
  • Ask students to list today’s academic and personal tasks
  • Instruct them to rank tasks by importance and urgency
  • Have students assign time blocks for each top-priority task
  • Circulate to assist with realistic scheduling and time estimates

Step 4

Group Sharing and Tips

5 minutes

  • Pair students and have them share their top 2 planned tasks and time blocks
  • Encourage peers to suggest one tip for improving focus or efficiency
  • Highlight a few effective examples on the board

Step 5

Reflection and Closing

5 minutes

  • Distribute sticky notes; ask students to write one time-management commitment (e.g., “I will use my planner each morning”)
  • Post notes on the board for collective motivation
  • Summarize key takeaways and remind students to implement their plans daily
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Slide Deck

Conquer Your Clock

• Master essential time management skills
• Balance academic responsibilities and personal life
• Set priorities, plan tasks, and reduce stress

Let’s get started!

Welcome students, pose the question: “What’s one activity you wish you had more time for, and why?” Invite a few volunteers. Then introduce today’s goal: mastering key time management skills.

Time Management Principles

  1. Prioritization – Identify tasks that matter most
  2. Scheduling – Assign tasks to specific time slots
  3. Time Blocking – Group similar activities into focused blocks

(Ask for an example of each)

Explain each principle clearly and ask students for a quick real-life example after you define it.

Hands-On Activity: Prioritize & Plan

  1. Distribute the Daily Planner Template
  2. List today’s academic and personal tasks
  3. Rank tasks by importance & urgency
  4. Assign time blocks for each top-priority task

(8 minutes)

Hand out the Daily Planner Template. Guide students through listing tasks, ranking them, and assigning time blocks. Circulate to offer support and ensure realistic planning.

Group Sharing & Tips

• Pair up and share:
– Your top 2 planned tasks
– Assigned time blocks
• Peers suggest one improvement tip

(5 minutes)

Have pairs share their top two planned tasks and time blocks. Encourage peers to suggest one tip for better focus or efficiency.

Reflection & Closing

• Write one time-management commitment on a sticky note
e.g., “I will use my planner each morning.”
• Post notes on the board for collective motivation
• Key takeaways:
– Prioritize wisely
– Schedule deliberately
– Block time for focus

Ask students to write one commitment on a sticky note and post it. Summarize the key takeaways and remind them to use these strategies daily.

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Worksheet

Daily Planner Template

Date: __________________________

1. Today's Tasks (List academic and personal)

  1. ___________________________________________

  2. ___________________________________________

  3. ___________________________________________

  4. ___________________________________________

  5. ___________________________________________

2. Prioritize & Time Block

For each task, fill in Priority (H/M/L), Urgency (H/M/L), and planned Time Block.

Task 1: ____________________ Priority: ______ Urgency: ______ Time Block: ______


Task 2: ____________________ Priority: ______ Urgency: ______ Time Block: ______


Task 3: ____________________ Priority: ______ Urgency: ______ Time Block: ______

3. Time-Blocked Schedule

Time SlotActivity
______–_____________________________________

______–_____________________________________

______–_____________________________________

______–_____________________________________

______–_____________________________________

4. Reflection & Commitment

What strategy will you use to stay on track with your plan today?












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