SMART Goals in Action

Brian Millea

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

SMART Goals in Action

Set and track a SMART goal

In this lesson, students will engage in a project-based activity where they set a SMART goal related to a community issue, plan actions, and track their progress over several weeks. This lesson is important as it helps students develop goal-setting skills, critical thinking, and a sense of responsibility towards their community. The reflection session will allow students to discuss their learnings and the impact of their actions.

Audience

Sixth Grade Health Ed

Time

90 mins

Approach

Set and track a SMART goal

Materials

SMART Goals Worksheet, Project Planning Guide, Reflection Handout, Post-it notes, Markers, and Flip chart paper

Step 1

Introduction to SMART Goals

15 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what goals are and why they are important.
Introduce the concept of SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound).
Provide examples of SMART goals and non-SMART goals.
Distribute the SMART Goals Worksheet.

Step 2

Setting a SMART Goal

20 mins

Have students think about a community issue they care about.
Guide them to set a SMART goal related to this issue using the worksheet.
Encourage students to share their goals with a partner for feedback.

Step 3

Planning Actions

25 mins

Distribute the Project Planning Guide.
Instruct students to outline steps they will take to achieve their SMART goal.
Discuss potential challenges and how to overcome them.
Allow students to work in small groups to brainstorm and refine their plans.

Step 4

Tracking Progress

10 mins

Explain the importance of tracking progress and making adjustments as needed.
Have students decide on methods to track their progress (e.g., journals, charts).
Encourage students to set check-in dates to review their progress.

Step 5

Reflection Session

20 mins

Distribute the Reflection Handout.
Facilitate a discussion on what students learned from setting and working towards their SMART goals.
Ask students to reflect on the impact of their actions on the community and themselves.
Collect feedback on the project and discuss any improvements for future projects.

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Worksheet

SMART Goals Worksheet

This worksheet helps students define and refine their SMART goals related to a community issue.

What is your community issue of interest?

Think about issues that affect your local area.

What is your SMART goal related to this issue?

Ensure your goal is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

Why is this goal important to you and your community?

Consider the impact of achieving this goal.

Worksheet

Project Planning Guide

This guide assists students in planning the steps needed to achieve their SMART goals.

List the steps you will take to achieve your SMART goal.

Think about the sequence of actions needed.

What resources will you need?

Consider materials, people, and information.

What challenges might you face, and how will you overcome them?

Identify potential obstacles and solutions.

Worksheet

Reflection Handout

This handout encourages students to reflect on their learning and the impact of their project.

What did you learn from setting and working towards your SMART goal?

Reflect on personal growth and skills developed.

How did your actions impact the community?

Consider both positive and negative impacts.

What would you do differently next time?

Think about improvements for future projects.