Reflect, Renew, and Refocus

Alison Nowicki

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Reflect, Renew, and Refocus

Reflect on progress and set new goals

This lesson guides students through a reflective exercise to assess their progress from the start of the academic year. Students will engage in activities to reflect on their achievements and challenges, and set or renew goals for the remainder of the school year. This lesson is important as it fosters self-awareness, motivation, and a sense of purpose, helping students to become more focused and directed in their academic and personal growth.

Audience

Grades 9-12 Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Reflect on progress and set new goals

Materials

Reflection and Goal Setting Worksheet, Pens or Pencils, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Welcome students and explain the purpose of the lesson: to reflect on their progress and set new goals.
Briefly discuss the importance of reflection and goal setting in personal and academic growth.

Step 2

Reflection Activity

10 mins

Distribute the 'Reflection and Goal Setting Worksheet' to each student.
Instruct students to spend a few minutes reflecting on their achievements and challenges since the start of the year.
Encourage them to write down their thoughts on the worksheet.

Step 3

Goal Setting Activity

10 mins

Ask students to think about what they want to achieve by the end of the school year.
Guide them to set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals.
Have students write their goals on the worksheet.

Step 4

Group Discussion

5 mins

Facilitate a group discussion using the prepared questions.
Encourage students to share their reflections and goals if they feel comfortable.
Discuss how setting goals can help them stay motivated and focused.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson.
Encourage students to revisit their goals regularly and adjust them as needed.
Thank students for their participation and reflection.

Worksheet

Reflection and Goal Setting Worksheet

This worksheet helps students reflect on their progress and set new goals for the remainder of the school year. It includes prompts for reflection and goal setting.

Reflect on your achievements since the start of the year. What are you proud of?

Think about academic, personal, or extracurricular achievements.

What challenges have you faced, and how did you overcome them?

Consider any obstacles in your studies or personal life.

Set a new goal for the remainder of the school year. What do you want to achieve?

Use the SMART criteria to define your goal.

What steps will you take to achieve this goal?

Outline a plan or strategy to reach your goal.

Discussion

Group Discussion Questions

These questions are designed to facilitate a group discussion on reflection and goal setting, encouraging students to share their thoughts and learn from each other.

Why is it important to reflect on your progress?

Discuss how reflection can lead to self-awareness and improvement.

How can setting goals help you stay motivated?

Explore the connection between goal setting and motivation.

What strategies can you use to achieve your goals?

Encourage sharing of different strategies and tips for goal achievement.