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I Am, I Can, I Will

Lesson Plan

Aspirations and Goals Plan

Empower students to articulate their aspirations and set realistic goals, enhancing self-awareness and commitment to personal growth.

This lesson builds a positive mindset and helps students translate their self-reflection into actionable goals, fostering long-term personal development.

Audience

9th Grade Student

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Structured, reflective activities with guided worksheets and personal reflection.

Materials

Aspirations and Goals Plan, Goal Setting Worksheet, and Personal Commitment Reflection

Prep

Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Self-Reflection

10 minutes

  • Begin the session by explaining the importance of self-awareness and personal goal setting.
  • Ask students to spend a few minutes reflecting on their personal strengths and aspirations.
  • Encourage them to jot down key thoughts in a quiet manner.

Step 2

Structured Goal Setting

10 minutes

  • Have the students complete the Goal Setting Worksheet to articulate clear, achievable goals.
  • Guide them through identifying one or two key aspirations and mapping out steps to achieve them.
  • Walk around and offer individual support as needed.

Step 3

Personal Commitment Reflection

5 minutes

  • Conclude by using the Personal Commitment Reflection exercise.
  • Ask students to write a short pledge on how they will work towards their stated goals, reinforcing accountability and motivation.
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Worksheet

Goal Setting Worksheet

This worksheet is designed to help you create your very own SMART goals. Remember that SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Use the prompts below to break down your big dreams into smaller, actionable steps.

Step 1: Identify Your Aspiration

What is one major goal or aspiration you have?





Step 2: Define the Details (Make it SMART)

  • Specific: What exactly do you want to achieve?





  • Measurable: How will you measure your progress?





  • Achievable: Is this goal within your reach? What resources do you need?





  • Relevant: Why is this goal important to you?





  • Time-bound: What is your deadline for achieving this goal?





Step 3: Break It Down

List the steps you need to take to achieve your goal. Write each step on a new line:










Step 4: Reflection

Write a short reflection on how setting this goal makes you feel and why you believe it will help you grow.










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Cool Down

Personal Commitment Reflection

Reflect on the goals you've set and the aspirations you have. Write a personal pledge to commit yourself to working toward these goals. Think about what motivates you, the challenges you might face, and how you will overcome them.





Your Pledge

Use the space below to write your pledge. Consider including:

  • What your main goal is and why it matters to you.





  • One or two steps you will take to ensure you're moving forward.





  • How you plan to stay committed, even when obstacles arise.





Write your reflection here:











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