Worksheet
Executive Edge Referral Form
Tier: Tier 2 Small-Group Support | Grade: 6 | Session Duration: 30 minutes
Instructions: Please complete all sections below with objective data. Collected information will guide targeted interventions for improving the student's executive functioning skills.
I. Student Information
1. Student Name:
2. Date of Referral:
3. Referring Teacher:
4. Homeroom/Subject:
II. Academic Performance Data (Last 4 Weeks)
- Math Grade:
- ELA Grade:
- Science Grade:
- Social Studies Grade:
- Total Missing Assignments:
III. Behavior Frequency Checklist (Past 4 Weeks)
Use the following scale: N = Never, R = Rarely, S = Sometimes, O = Often, A = Always
- Lost or misplaces materials: ____
- Missed deadlines/assignments: ____
- Requires frequent redirection to stay on task: ____
- Difficulty starting tasks independently: ____
- Easily distracted in class: ____
- Struggles with multi-step instructions: ____
- Procrastinates until last minute: ____
- Difficulty transitioning between activities: ____
IV. Executive Function Rating Scales
Rate each skill (1 = Needs significant support, 5 = Consistently demonstrates skill) and provide specific examples.
1. Organization (e.g., keeps materials organized, uses planner): ____
Examples/Evidence:
2. Time Management (e.g., meets deadlines, plans work effectively): ____
Examples/Evidence:
3. Task Initiation (e.g., begins tasks promptly without prompting): ____
Examples/Evidence:
4. Self-Regulation (e.g., manages emotions, handles frustration): ____
Examples/Evidence:
V. Previous Interventions and Outcomes
List any strategies already implemented and their effectiveness.
Strategy 1:
Outcome 1:
Strategy 2:
Outcome 2:
VI. Referral Justification
Summarize why this student would benefit from the Executive Edge Tier 2 group:
VII. Referring Teacher Signature
Name:
Date:
Signature:
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Lesson Plan
Executive Edge Lesson Plan
Students will learn and apply specific organizational strategies (e.g., binder setup, color coding) by practicing with a guided worksheet and setting a new SMART goal targeting organization.
Focusing on one skill at a time deepens understanding and builds mastery; organization is the foundation for managing assignments and materials independently.
Audience
6th Grade Tier 2 Small-Group Students
Time
30 minutes
Approach
Strategy modeling, guided practice, SMART goal setting
Materials
Executive Edge Referral Form, Executive Edge Strategy Worksheet, Executive Edge Organization Practice Worksheet, Executive Edge Week 2 Slides, Executive Edge Week 2 Reflection Log, Whiteboard & Markers, and Student Data Journals
Prep
Print & Setup
10 minutes
- Print copies of:
- Load Executive Edge Week 2 Slides
- Review Week 1 reflection logs for organizational trends
- Set up whiteboard with headings: Binder Setup, Color Coding, Folder System
Step 1
Warm-Up & Review
5 minutes
- Briefly recap Week 1 SMART goals and share 1–2 successes from reflection logs.
- Display Slide 1 of Executive Edge Week 2 Slides with today’s agenda.
Step 2
Introduction to Organization Strategies
7 minutes
- Use Slide 2 to define Organization and why it matters.
- Model two strategies: binder section setup and color coding on the whiteboard.
- Ask students to share any organizational tips they already use.
Step 3
Guided Practice
8 minutes
- Distribute Executive Edge Organization Practice Worksheet.
- Guide students through each section: listing binder contents, assigning colors, and sketching folder labels.
- Circulate to support and answer questions.
Step 4
SMART Goal Refinement
6 minutes
- Show Slide 4 reviewing SMART criteria.
- Have students draft or revise an organization-focused SMART goal in their journals, using insights from the practice worksheet.
- Pair-share for quick peer feedback.
Step 5
Wrap-Up & Reflection
4 minutes
- Hand out Executive Edge Week 2 Reflection Log.
- Explain daily entries focusing on organization actions and evidence.
- Students share one strategy they plan to try this week before the next session.
Slide Deck
Executive Edge Tier 2 Small-Group Session 1
6th Grade | 30 Minutes
Empowering you to take control of your learning by using data to drive improvement.
Welcome everyone to our first Executive Edge session! Introduce yourself and briefly explain the purpose: using objective data to build skills in organization, time management, and self-regulation.
Session Objectives
• Analyze your executive functioning data
• Identify common strengths & challenges
• Brainstorm practical strategies
• Develop SMART goals to improve skills
• Commit to two action steps before next session
Explain each objective clearly. Emphasize that today’s work will guide every future session and help students take ownership of their learning.
Reviewing Your Data
- Open your data from Executive Edge Referral Form.
- What strengths do you see in the group?
- What challenges pop up most often?
- Share one strength and one challenge with a partner.
Display anonymized referral data collected via the Executive Edge Referral Form. Guide students to look for trends (e.g., frequently missed deadlines, disorganized materials).
Strategy Brainstorm
• Write one idea for improving organization—time management—self-regulation on a sticky note.
• Place your note under the matching skill on the board.
• Let’s group similar ideas and discuss which will help you most.
Distribute sticky notes. Encourage creative yet realistic strategies. After clustering, highlight the most practical ideas and link them back to data trends.
Writing SMART Goals
Use this formula to pick one challenge and write a goal:
• Specific – What exactly will you do?
• Measurable – How will you track progress?
• Achievable – Is it realistic?
• Relevant – Does it relate to your challenge?
• Time-bound – When will you accomplish it?
Now write your SMART goal in your journal.
Introduce the SMART framework. Write an example goal on the board (e.g., “I will color-code my planner weekly to track at least three upcoming assignments by Friday afternoon.”). Then support students as they draft their own.
Next Steps & Commitment
- Choose two actions you will try before our next session.
- Write them in your journal and circle them.
- We will reconvene on [DATE] to review progress.
- Track your success daily and bring evidence to the next meeting.
Ask each student to share their two action steps aloud. Reinforce accountability by noting when the next check-in will occur and how they’ll record progress.
Strategy Brainstorm Worksheet
Use the Executive Edge Strategy Worksheet to capture your ideas for each skill area. Write at least two strategies under each column and be ready to share your top picks.
Distribute the strategy brainstorming worksheet so students can systematically record and categorize their ideas.
SMART Goal Worksheet
Complete the Executive Edge SMART Goal Worksheet by filling in each SMART component. Then write your final goal at the bottom.
Hand out the SMART Goal Worksheet. Walk through each section to ensure clarity before students finalize their goals.
Worksheet
Executive Edge Strategy Worksheet
Instructions: For each executive functioning skill area below, brainstorm at least two practical strategies you can try. Be specific about how and when you will use each strategy. Use the space provided to write your ideas and any extra notes.
I. Organization
- Strategy 1:
- Strategy 2:
Additional Notes:
II. Time Management
- Strategy 1:
- Strategy 2:
Additional Notes:
III. Self-Regulation
- Strategy 1:
- Strategy 2:
Additional Notes:
Worksheet
Executive Edge SMART Goal Worksheet
Instructions: Use this worksheet to develop a clear, actionable SMART goal targeting one area of executive functioning. Complete each section below, then write your full goal and action steps at the end.
1. Specific
What exactly do I want to accomplish? (Be precise and concrete.)
2. Measurable
How will I measure my progress? (What data or evidence will show success?)
3. Achievable
Is this goal realistic given my time and resources? Explain why I can reach it.
4. Relevant
How does this goal address my specific executive functioning challenge? Why is it important?
5. Time-Bound
What is my deadline? (Specify a date or time frame.)
6. My SMART Goal
Combine the elements above into one concise statement.
7. Action Steps
List 2–3 concrete steps you will take to start working toward your goal:
- Step 1:
- Step 2:
- Step 3:
8. Progress Tracking
How and when will I check my progress? (Daily, weekly, checklists, planner notes, etc.)
Lesson Plan
Executive Edge Journey Week 1
Students will analyze their initial executive functioning data, complete a baseline self-assessment of organization, time management, and self-regulation, and draft a SMART goal to improve one target skill.
Establishing a clear baseline and personalized goal empowers students to own their growth, provides motivation, and sets the stage for measurable progress throughout the six-week intervention.
Audience
6th Grade Tier 2 Small-Group Students
Time
30 minutes
Approach
Data discussion, self-assessment, guided SMART goal setting
Materials
Executive Edge Referral Form, Whiteboard & Markers, Executive Edge Baseline Self-Assessment Worksheet, Executive Edge Personal Goal Worksheet, Executive Edge Weekly Reflection Log, Executive Edge Week 1 Slides, and Student Data Journals
Prep
Review Materials & Setup
10 minutes
- Print and organize copies of:
- Load Executive Edge Week 1 Slides on the projector
- Review completed Executive Edge Referral Form data and note 2–3 key group trends
- Prepare the whiteboard with headings: Strengths, Challenges
Step 1
Welcome & Program Overview
5 minutes
- Greet students and introduce the purpose of the Executive Edge Journey
- Display Slide 1 of Executive Edge Week 1 Slides on program goals
- Review today’s agenda: data recap, self-assessment, goal setting, reflection log assignment
Step 2
Data Recap & Discussion
7 minutes
- Display aggregated data from the Executive Edge Referral Form on the whiteboard
- Prompt students to identify 2 common strengths and 2 frequent challenges they observe
- Record their responses under the Strengths and Challenges headings
- Emphasize why understanding group patterns helps set targeted goals
Step 3
Baseline Self-Assessment
8 minutes
- Distribute the Executive Edge Baseline Self-Assessment Worksheet
- Instruct students to honestly rate themselves on Organization, Time Management, and Self-Regulation
- Circulate to clarify rating scales and encourage reflection
Step 4
Initial SMART Goal Setting
7 minutes
- Hand out the Executive Edge Personal Goal Worksheet
- Use Slide 4 of Executive Edge Week 1 Slides to review the SMART framework
- Have students draft one SMART goal targeting their lowest‐rated skill
- Pair students to share and refine their goals with peer feedback
Step 5
Wrap-Up & Homework
3 minutes
- Distribute the Executive Edge Weekly Reflection Log
- Explain how to record daily reflections and evidence of progress
- Ask each student to share their SMART goal aloud
- Remind students to bring their reflection logs to the next session for review
Slide Deck
Executive Edge Week 1: Program Kickoff
Today’s Agenda:
• Data Recap & Discussion
• Baseline Self-Assessment
• Introduction to SMART Goals
• Draft Your Personal Goal
• Weekly Reflection Log Overview
Welcome students to Week 1 of the Executive Edge Journey. Introduce yourself, recap the program’s purpose, and orient them to today’s flow.
Data Recap & Group Trends
- Open your aggregated data from the Executive Edge Referral Form.
- Identify at least two common strengths the group shares.
- Identify at least two frequent challenges the group faces.
- We will record your observations on the board under “Strengths” and “Challenges.”
Display aggregated key trends from completed referral forms. Guide students to notice patterns rather than individual records.
Baseline Self-Assessment
• Take out your Executive Edge Baseline Self-Assessment Worksheet.
• Rate yourself honestly on:
– Organization
– Time Management
– Self-Regulation
• Use the 1–5 scale and add notes on why you chose each rating.
Explain the purpose of the baseline self-assessment: to establish a starting point for tracking growth.
Understanding SMART Goals
S = Specific: What exactly will you do?
M = Measurable: How will you track success?
A = Achievable: Is it realistic?
R = Relevant: Does it address your challenge?
T = Time-Bound: When will you accomplish it?
Example: “I will color-code my planner every Sunday to track assignments due by Friday.”
Walk through each SMART component. Write an example goal on the board and deconstruct it with the class.
Draft Your Personal SMART Goal
- Grab your Executive Edge Personal Goal Worksheet.
- Focus on your lowest‐rated skill from the self-assessment.
- Write your SMART goal using the framework.
- Pair up to share and refine your draft with a peer.
Circulate and support students as they fill in their Personal Goal Worksheet. Encourage peer feedback.
Weekly Reflection Log
• Take the Executive Edge Weekly Reflection Log.
• Each day, record:
– What action you tried
– Evidence or data (planner entry, checklist)
– How you felt about your progress
• Bring your completed log back next session for review.
Explain how to use the reflection log daily and why it matters for tracking progress.
Worksheet
Executive Edge Baseline Self-Assessment Worksheet
Instructions: Rate yourself honestly on each executive functioning skill using the scale below, then reflect on your rating. Use the space provided to write your thoughts.
Rating Scale: 1 = Needs significant support 2 = Developing 3 = Adequate 4 = Skilled 5 = Consistently strong
I. Organization
Rating (1–5): _____
Why did you choose this rating?
What does being well-organized look like for you?
II. Time Management
Rating (1–5): _____
Why did you choose this rating?
What does effective time management look like for you?
III. Self-Regulation
Rating (1–5): _____
Why did you choose this rating?
What does strong self-regulation look like for you?
IV. Focus Area for This Week
Based on your lowest rating above, which skill will you focus on improving?
My focus skill: ___________________________________
Why is this important for me right now?
Use this worksheet as a reference when drafting your first SMART goal in our next session.
Worksheet
Executive Edge Personal Goal Worksheet
Instructions: Use this worksheet to draft a SMART goal targeting your focus skill. Answer each prompt with as much detail as you can, then write your final goal at the end.
I. Focus Skill
What skill will I focus on this week?
II. SMART Goal Components
Specific: What exactly will I do?
Measurable: How will I know I’m successful? (What data or evidence will I collect?)
Achievable: Why is this goal realistic for me? (Consider time and resources.)
Relevant: How does this goal help improve my focus skill?
Time-Bound: When will I complete this goal? (Date or time frame.)
III. My Draft SMART Goal
Combine the elements above into one clear, concise statement:
IV. Peer Feedback
Partner’s suggestion to make this goal stronger:
V. Action Steps
List 1–2 concrete steps you will take first:
- Step 1:
- Step 2:
VI. Final SMART Goal
After feedback and revisions, rewrite your final goal here:
Use this worksheet to guide your daily reflections and track your progress in the Weekly Reflection Log.
Worksheet
Executive Edge Week 1 Reflection Log
Instructions: Each day this week, record the executive functioning action you tried, the evidence or data you collected, how you felt about your effort, and one concrete next step for tomorrow. Bring this log to our next session.
Day 1 (Date: ____________)
Action I Tried:
Evidence/Data (e.g., planner entry, checklist):
How I Felt About My Progress:
Next Step for Tomorrow:
Day 2 (Date: ____________)
Action I Tried:
Evidence/Data:
How I Felt About My Progress:
Next Step for Tomorrow:
Day 3 (Date: ____________)
Action I Tried:
Evidence/Data:
How I Felt About My Progress:
Next Step for Tomorrow:
Day 4 (Date: ____________)
Action I Tried:
Evidence/Data:
How I Felt About My Progress:
Next Step for Tomorrow:
Day 5 (Date: ____________)
Action I Tried:
Evidence/Data:
How I Felt About My Progress:
Next Step for Tomorrow:
Slide Deck
Executive Edge Week 2: Mastering Organization
Today’s Agenda:
• Warm-Up & Review
• What is Organization?
• Strategy Modeling
• Guided Practice
• SMART Goal Refinement
• Reflection Log Overview
Briefly review Week 1 goals and successes. Introduce today’s focus.
What is Organization?
- Organizing materials and tasks so you can find and use them easily.
- Why it matters: saves time, reduces stress, and helps you stay on top of assignments.
Define organization and discuss why it’s important.
Strategy 1: Binder Section Setup
• Use dividers for each subject.
• Label each section clearly.
• Place current work at the front of each section.
Demonstrate setting up binder sections on the whiteboard.
Strategy 2: Color Coding
• Assign a color to each subject or project.
• Highlight notes and deadlines with matching colors.
• Keep a legend in your planner for quick reference.
Show color-coding examples and explain benefits.
Practice Organization
- Open your Executive Edge Organization Practice Worksheet.
- List your binder sections and their contents.
- Choose colors and sketch folder labels.
- Begin your practice now, and ask for help if needed.
Guide students through the practice worksheet steps.
Refine Your SMART Goal
• Review the SMART criteria.
• Update your organization-focused SMART goal based on today’s practice.
• Write the revised goal in your journal.
Remind students of SMART criteria and support goal refinement.
Next Steps & Reflection
• Use the Executive Edge Week 2 Reflection Log.
• Record one organization action and evidence each day.
• Note any challenges and plan adjustments.
• Bring your log to next session.
Explain the reflection log and set expectations for daily entries.
Worksheet
Executive Edge Organization Practice Worksheet
Instructions: Use this worksheet to apply the binder setup and color-coding strategies modeled in our session. Complete each section thoughtfully, then use your notes to organize your materials this week.
I. Binder Section Setup
List each subject or class you have. For each, write the section name and the materials you will keep there.
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Subject/Section Name: ____________________________
Materials to Include:- ________________________________________________
- ________________________________________________
- ________________________________________________
- ________________________________________________
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Subject/Section Name: ____________________________
Materials to Include:- ________________________________________________
- ________________________________________________
- ________________________________________________
- ________________________________________________
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Subject/Section Name: ____________________________
Materials to Include:- ________________________________________________
- ________________________________________________
- ________________________________________________
- ________________________________________________
(Add more sections on the back if needed.)
II. Color Coding Plan
Assign a color to each subject to keep notes and deadlines organized. Then describe how you will apply that color in your binder and planner.
| Subject | Color Chosen | How I Will Use It |
|---|---|---|
| 1. __________________ | ____________________ | __________________________________________ |
| __________________________________________ | ||
| 2. __________________ | ____________________ | __________________________________________ |
| __________________________________________ | ||
| 3. __________________ | ____________________ | __________________________________________ |
| __________________________________________ |
(Feel free to list additional classes on the back.)
III. Folder Label Design
On the front of each folder or divider, you will create a clear label using your subject color and a brief title. Sketch or write your label design below for two sections.
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Section Name: ________________________
Label Sketch or Wording: -
Section Name: ________________________
Label Sketch or Wording:
IV. Implementation Plan & Reflection
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When will you set up your binder and apply color coding this week? (Be specific: day, time, location.)
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What challenges might you face when organizing your binder? How will you overcome them?
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How will you check each day that your binder remains organized? (e.g., quick 1-minute check before class.)
Keep this worksheet on your desk while organizing. Refer back as you work and adjust your plan as needed.
Worksheet
Executive Edge Week 2 Reflection Log
Instructions: Each day this week, record the organization strategy you tried, the evidence or data you collected, any challenges you faced, how you felt about your progress, and one concrete next step for tomorrow. Bring this log to our next session.
Day 1 (Date: ____________)
Organization Action I Tried:
Evidence/Data (e.g., color-coded page, planner entry):
Challenges I Faced:
How I Felt About My Progress:
Next Step for Tomorrow:
Day 2 (Date: ____________)
Organization Action I Tried:
Evidence/Data:
Challenges I Faced:
How I Felt About My Progress:
Next Step for Tomorrow:
Day 3 (Date: ____________)
Organization Action I Tried:
Evidence/Data:
Challenges I Faced:
How I Felt About My Progress:
Next Step for Tomorrow:
Day 4 (Date: ____________)
Organization Action I Tried:
Evidence/Data:
Challenges I Faced:
How I Felt About My Progress:
Next Step for Tomorrow:
Day 5 (Date: ____________)
Organization Action I Tried:
Evidence/Data:
Challenges I Faced:
How I Felt About My Progress:
Next Step for Tomorrow: