Reflect and Aspire

Robyn Landry

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Reflect and Aspire

Set attainable goals

This lesson guides students in reflecting on their past semester and setting attainable goals for the upcoming year. It encourages introspection and forward-thinking, empowering students to craft personal and academic aspirations aligned with their values. This activity is crucial for helping students develop self-awareness and motivation, which are essential for their personal growth and academic success.

Audience

Grade 8 Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Set attainable goals

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Goal Setting Worksheet, and Reflection Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Welcome students and explain the purpose of the lesson: to reflect on the past semester and set goals for the upcoming year.
Briefly discuss the importance of setting goals and how it can help them stay focused and motivated.

Step 2

Reflection Activity

10 mins

Distribute post-it notes and pens to each student.
Ask students to write down one achievement and one challenge they faced in the past semester.
Encourage them to think about what they learned from these experiences.

Step 3

Goal Setting

10 mins

Hand out the Goal Setting Worksheet.
Guide students to set one personal and one academic goal for the upcoming year.
Encourage them to make their goals specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).

Step 4

Discussion and Sharing

5 mins

Use the Reflection Discussion Questions to facilitate a class discussion.
Invite students to share their goals and reflections if they feel comfortable.
Encourage positive feedback and support from peers.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Summarize the key points of the lesson.
Remind students to keep their goals visible and revisit them regularly.
Thank students for their participation and encourage them to take their goals seriously.

Worksheet

Goal Setting Worksheet

This worksheet helps students articulate their personal and academic goals for the upcoming year. It encourages them to use the SMART criteria to ensure their goals are well-defined and achievable.

What is one personal goal you want to achieve next year?

Think about something you want to improve or accomplish in your personal life.

What is one academic goal you want to achieve next year?

Consider a subject or skill you want to excel in.

Why are these goals important to you?

Reflect on how achieving these goals will impact your life.

What steps will you take to achieve these goals?

List specific actions you can take to work towards your goals.

Discussion

Reflection Discussion Questions

These questions are designed to facilitate a class discussion on students' reflections and goals. They encourage students to share their thoughts and learn from each other's experiences.

What was one achievement you are proud of from the past semester?

Encourage students to think about both academic and personal achievements.

What was one challenge you faced, and how did you overcome it?

Guide students to reflect on their problem-solving skills and resilience.

How can setting goals help you in the future?

Discuss the benefits of goal setting, such as providing direction and motivation.