In this 15-minute, one-on-one session for 9th graders, students will explore how their peer relationships influence their personal goals, and practice setting SMART goals that align with positive friendships. This Tier 3 support lesson focuses on individualized guidance to strengthen decision-making, social support, and goal-setting skills.
Sue Spafford
Counselor
In this Tier 2 40-minute small-group intervention, 9th-grade students build self-efficacy by collaboratively crafting, sharing, and refining personal counseling goals. This structured lesson guides them through goal-setting best practices, fosters peer support, and instills accountability, ultimately boosting motivation and confidence.
Giselle Ramirez
Counselor
In this individual counseling session, a 7th grade student will learn to set personal SMART goals, create actionable steps, and track their progress. This structured, 40-minute plan empowers students with self-awareness and planning skills for real-life growth.
Arrunna Galuh
Counselor
An individual support worksheet session guiding a 7th grade student to set SMART fitness goals and map out steps to achieve them in a focused 20-minute activity. This Tier 3 lesson helps personalize health & wellness learning and builds self-management skills.
Lori Danko
General Education Teacher
This comprehensive 1-hour lesson empowers secondary students to understand, set, and achieve meaningful goals. It's crucial for developing self-direction and future planning skills. Designed for Secondary 1 & 2 students (Tier 1), delivered in one 60-minute session.
ConceptX
General Education Teacher
This lesson introduces students to the concept of setting attainable goals through engaging activities and discussions. By using a game-based approach, students will learn how to break down goals into manageable steps, fostering a sense of achievement and motivation. This lesson is crucial in helping students develop planning and organizational skills that are essential for personal growth and academic success.
Yesenia Millan
Counselor
This resource guides students through setting personal, achievable goals aligned with their strengths and values. Goal setting fosters self-motivation and a clear understanding of one's aspirations. Audience: 7th Grade, 1 Session, 50 minutes.
Anna
Counselor, Psychologist
In this 30-minute individual session, a fourth-grade student will learn to set academic and personal goals to boost confidence, manage testing anxiety, and improve friendships. By guiding her through age-appropriate activities and reflections, she’ll walk away with clear, actionable goals and a plan to achieve them.
Melissa Cahall
Counselor
This lesson empowers 8th-grade students to set clear and achievable academic goals, understanding their importance for future success. It covers objective setting, planning, and tracking over one 30-minute session.
LaSadie Dixon
Counselor
This 15-minute, single-session lesson for 2nd Grade bilingual students introduces the concept of goal setting. It helps students understand what goals are and how to think about achieving them, fostering a growth mindset and encouraging personal accountability.
Monica Pedroza
Counselor
In this 4-session individual lesson, a student who struggles with peer interactions and anger will learn to set, monitor, and achieve personal goals. Teaching goal-setting strategies empowers the student to manage emotions, build social skills, and improve focus. Each 50-minute session includes a structured lesson plan, engaging discussion prompts, and hands-on worksheets tailored to the student’s needs.
Sue Spafford
Counselor
This one-hour lesson empowers students to understand and practice effective goal setting, a crucial life skill for academic and personal success. Designed for a general classroom audience, it breaks down the process into manageable steps. (Audience: Middle School Students, Duration: 1 hour)
ConceptX
General Education Teacher
In this lesson, students will engage in reflective goal setting to identify and articulate personal, academic, and wellness goals for the remainder of the semester. This lesson is important as it encourages self-reflection, personal responsibility, and growth, helping students to focus on their priorities and develop a plan for achieving their objectives.
Jennifer Babler
Counselor
In this 90-minute workshop, parents will learn effective strategies for partnering with teachers to support their child’s learning. This interactive session emphasizes open communication, mutual respect, and collaborative goal-setting to strengthen the home-school connection.
Alyssha Walker
Behavior Interventionist
A 15-minute individual counseling worksheet designed for 7th-grade students to learn and practice setting achievable personal goals. This lesson empowers students to take ownership of their aspirations and develop a clear path forward. This is intended for Tier 3 individual support with clinical staff.
Erica Sullivan
Counselor
In this 30-minute one-on-one session, a teacher will guide a 3rd grader who struggles with self-confidence through setting a personal academic or social goal. By breaking the goal into manageable steps and celebrating small wins, the student learns planning and self-encouragement skills. This Tier 3 lesson builds self-esteem and empowers the student to achieve a meaningful target.
Melissa Cahall
Counselor
Fostering a strong partnership between home and school to support student punctuality through enhanced communication and shared goals.
Lisa Gendreau
Social Worker, Counselor
This resource helps a Kindergarten student set and achieve personal behavioral goals using a visual progress tracker. It's important for teaching goal-setting, perseverance, and celebrating progress towards desired behaviors. This lesson is for a Kindergarten Student and should take 15 minutes.
Tanya Jennings
Special Education Teacher
An individualized goal-setting journal guiding 8th grade students through SMART financial and life skill targets over the semester; empowers students to take ownership of their progress through one-on-one conferences. Audience: 8th Grade Tier 3, 1 session per student, 30 minutes each.
sgeoffroy
Social Worker
This 30-minute, single-session lesson for Kindergarten students introduces the exciting world of goal setting. Students will learn to set a simple one-day personal goal, track their progress using a fun star chart, and reflect on their achievements. This foundational lesson helps young learners develop crucial life skills like responsibility and perseverance.
Ichun Lu
General Education Teacher
This 30-minute individual session for 9th-grade students focuses on guiding students through a structured process to identify and define their personal goals using the SMART criteria. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and setting a clear direction for their academic and personal journey. It's designed for individual support (Tier 3).
Sue Spafford
Counselor
A 4-session, 30-minute Tier 2 SEL program for 7th graders to learn and practice goal-setting skills, culminating in personal SMART goals and action plans. This group support lesson uses engaging, non-corny activities to help students reflect on their strengths, set meaningful goals, and plan for obstacles as they wrap up the school year.
Gianna Akerberg
Counselor, Social Worker
In this 60-minute advisory session, 9th graders will learn to set and plan personal and academic goals using a growth mindset approach. This lesson helps students take ownership of their learning, build self-awareness, and develop practical strategies for future success.
Isabella Pineda
Instructor
This lesson supports middle school students (Grades 6-8) in developing practical goal-setting skills and strategies for overcoming challenges. Through interactive planning exercises and peer discussions, students will learn to set realistic academic and personal goals, build perseverance, and develop problem-solving approaches. Audience: Middle School Students. Number of sessions: 1. Duration: 50 minutes.
Esther Leung
Counselor
In this 25-minute lesson designed for 1st graders, students learn how to set simple personal goals and track their progress, fostering responsibility and self-regulation. Through guided activities, they’ll create, practice, and reflect on achievable goals, helping them gain confidence and a growth mindset.
hannah carlson
Counselor
This lesson aims to help teenagers understand and practice goal-setting techniques, which are essential for both personal and academic success. Through practical exercises and discussions, students will learn how to create SMART goals and develop action plans to achieve them. This lesson is important because it empowers youth to take control of their future, improving their confidence and motivation.
Jade Hodge
English
This 1-hour lesson empowers high school students to understand, set, and achieve meaningful goals. It emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and provides practical tools for success in academics, personal life, and future careers. Designed for a whole classroom setting (Tier 1).
ConceptX
General Education Teacher
This 30-minute lesson helps 6th-grade students draft one SMART academic or attendance goal and outline action steps and an accountability check. It's crucial for teaching students how to set effective, achievable goals that lead to success.
Shannon Loving
General Education Teacher
This lesson focuses on developing individualized education program (IEP) goals for a 9th-grade high school student in the areas of decision-making and class attendance. These goals are tailored for intensive, personalized support (Tier 3) and designed for a 30-minute session, aiming to equip the student with practical strategies for academic and personal growth. Audience: 9th Grade. Sessions: 1. Duration: 30 minutes.
kscorzella
Social Worker
This resource focuses on setting achievable goals and developing a plan to reach them. It empowers students to take ownership of their learning and personal development, building vital future-ready skills. Designed for a 7th Grade Class, this lesson will take 60 minutes and is a Tier 1 (Classroom-Wide) support.
Cassidy Hurley
Special Education Teacher
In this seminar session, 8th grade parents will explore practical home strategies to support their child’s psychological development and learning. Through small-group discussions, parents will share experiences, analyze scenarios, and co-create actionable plans for nurturing independence, responsibility, and emotional security at home. (Tier 1, 1 session, 30 minutes)
burcu.kiranlar
Counselor
This lesson empowers 5th-8th graders to set realistic goals and track their progress, fostering self-motivation and a sense of accomplishment. Students will learn practical strategies for defining goals, breaking them into steps, and monitoring their journey. This is a Tier 1 lesson designed for the whole classroom and will take approximately 30 minutes.
Laura-Ashley Shury
Counselor
This lesson will help students understand the importance of setting goals and provide strategies to achieve them. This is crucial for developing self-discipline and planning skills, essential for academic and personal success.
Wendy Czerwinski
Chemistry
This 30-minute small group counseling session helps incoming 9th graders set meaningful academic and personal goals for their first year of high school. It's important because effective goal-setting provides direction and motivation, helping students navigate new challenges and build confidence. Designed for a small group of 9th-grade students.
Giselle
Counselor
This lesson introduces 1st-grade students to the concept of goal setting through engaging activities and a video. Students will learn how to set achievable goals and understand the importance of motivation in reaching them. This lesson is crucial as it helps young students develop a growth mindset and equips them with skills to plan and achieve their personal objectives.
Kimest Sanders
Instructor
In this 30-minute session, 9th-grade students will engage in group goal-setting activities to develop clear, actionable academic and personal goals. This lesson is important for empowering low-achieving students with strategies to boost motivation and achievement. Tier 1, single session.
cmiller
Counselor
In this 30-minute Tier 1 counseling session for 6th graders, students will learn what goals are, why they matter, and how to set SMART goals. Through engaging discussions and hands-on activities, kids will gain the tools to chart their own path and build confidence in planning for success.
Candace.Proulx
Counselor
In this 30-minute lesson, 7th & 8th graders learn to set one SMART academic or personal goal and plan two perseverance actions to achieve it. It helps students build a growth mindset by teaching goal-setting skills and resilience, engaging them with sports analogies and peer feedback.
Frances Moore
Assistant Principal
This two-session lesson for 7th graders focuses on the essential skill of goal setting. Students will learn how to set realistic and achievable goals, understand the importance of goal setting in personal and academic life, and develop a plan to reach their goals. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to take control of their future, enhancing their motivation and self-discipline.
olearymi
School Administrator
This 30-minute individualized lesson helps a 4th-grade student with a Communication Impairment develop a personalized academic plan, focusing on setting clear personal and academic goals and identifying strategies to meet them. This lesson is crucial for empowering the student to advocate for their needs and take ownership of their learning journey. It's designed for a single 4th-grade student.
Kemone Hedge
Social Worker, Counselor
In this 15-minute individual support session, we empower an 8th grade student with dyslexia to overcome assignment refusal by exploring personalized strategies and building confidence. This lesson fosters a safe space for practice, goal-setting, and positive reinforcement to boost motivation and skill-building.
Elise Gleeson
Instructor
In this one-session, 30-minute professional development workshop, staff will explore effective strategies to engage and empower parents in supporting student success. Participants will learn communication techniques, involvement strategies, and resources to strengthen home-school partnerships.
jmoreno
Instructor
A 30-minute individual check-in for high school students returning to school, focusing on setting therapeutic and social-emotional goals. This session helps students articulate personal objectives for the year, build self-awareness, and foster ownership of their growth. Ideal for Tier 3 supports with checklist and short-answer formats.
Morgan Messina
Counselor, Social Worker
This lesson helps 7th graders understand how to set achievable goals and identify common obstacles, developing crucial life skills for success. Designed for a 30-minute classroom session.
Kristin Biri
Counselor
In this 3-session series, 4th graders will learn to identify, plan, and track personal goals—boosting motivation and self-regulation. Structured routines and clear rewards help students who thrive on consistency and support stronger behavior management in all settings.
Liana Sheinkin
Social Worker
In this 90-minute whole-class workshop, elementary school parents will learn collaborative parenting strategies, family engagement techniques, and goal-setting practices to support their children’s success. This workshop helps families build strengths, set shared goals, and reflect on their roles, fostering a supportive home-school partnership.
Avery Young
General Education Teacher
In this 25-minute Tier 1 workshop, 4th graders learn to set realistic personal goals, break them into actionable steps, and track progress for self-management growth. This lesson empowers students with essential life skills, promotes self-reflection, and fosters a sense of achievement.
Dan Wagner
Instructor
This lesson introduces Pre-Primary 1 & 2 students to the concept of setting simple goals and taking actionable steps to achieve them. It teaches students how to break down a desired outcome into smaller, manageable actions, fostering a sense of accomplishment and self-efficacy. This lesson is designed for a whole classroom setting and will take approximately one hour.
ConceptX
General Education Teacher
A collection of three 30-minute Tier 2 counseling sessions for middle schoolers to kick off the school year confidently, build community, set personal goals, and manage stress. Includes fully scripted lesson plans, slides, activities, and handouts so counselors can deliver engaging support with minimal prep.
Cindy Delamarter
Counselor
An empowering individual session for students to articulate their aspirations and set realistic goals. It helps in developing a positive mindset towards personal achievements. This lesson is designed for 9th-grade students and lasts 30 minutes, focusing on self-awareness and personal growth.
Crystal Sullivan
Social Worker
Students will learn to set SMART goals and identify support systems (their 'guardians') to help them achieve these goals throughout the year. This fosters a sense of accountability and community support within the group. This lesson is designed for a 6th-grade group and will take 60 minutes, focusing on one session.
edalessandro
Social Worker
This lesson helps students understand the importance of setting clear, achievable goals and provides them with practical strategies to create their own. It empowers students to take ownership of their aspirations and develop a roadmap for success. This lesson is designed for middle school students and will take approximately 45-60 minutes.
jklau
Social Worker
This 30-minute Tier 2 lesson helps 6th-grade students develop strategies for communicating and collaborating with family members to overcome common challenges. It fosters empathy and problem-solving skills within the family unit.
Erin Hernando
Social Worker
This 15-minute lesson for 9th-grade students helps them understand the power of setting clear, achievable goals. It's crucial for students to learn how to define what they want and create a roadmap to get there, fostering self-motivation and future success. This single-session lesson combines video learning with guided reflection.
Sarah
Counselor, General Education Teacher
This 90-minute Tier 1 session teaches parents the importance of using visuals and schedules to support their children’s routines and learning. Parents will learn practical strategies, create sample visuals, and develop personalized schedules to implement at home.
Alyssha Walker
Behavior Interventionist
This 30-minute session empowers parents with practical strategies to support their child's academic and emotional growth at home. It's designed for all parents looking for quick, impactful ways to connect with their children and foster a positive learning environment.
Ayana B.
Counselor
This lesson helps 7th-grade students understand the importance of setting clear, achievable goals across personal, social, and academic areas. It empowers them to take ownership of their aspirations, fostering self-awareness and planning skills. Designed for one 30-minute session for a whole classroom.
Chris Casagrande
General Education Teacher
A 1-hour professional development session designed for teachers and school leaders to master effective goal-setting strategies. This interactive lesson uses videos, discussions, activities, and assessments to equip educators with tools to set and support student goals, fostering a culture of achievement.
ConceptX
General Education Teacher
This lesson introduces 9th-grade students to the concept of goal setting, emphasizing the importance of setting SMART goals to achieve personal and academic success. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will learn how to create realistic and achievable goals, which is a crucial skill for their future endeavors. The lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session and is suitable for a Tier 1 classroom setting.
abenson
Special Education Teacher
This lesson plan is designed to equip parents with effective strategies to support their child's behavior management at home, fostering a consistent approach between school and home. By aligning strategies used at school with those at home, parents can create a supportive environment that encourages positive behavior and emotional growth. This lesson is important as it helps build a strong partnership between parents and teachers, ensuring that children receive consistent guidance and support in both settings.
Zachary Eden
Behavior Interventionist
This lesson guides students through reflecting on their past year, understanding goal-setting techniques, and crafting personal and academic goals. It helps students build resilience, foster hope, and gain skills to achieve their dreams. Audience: Grades 4-6; Sessions: 1; Duration: 50 minutes.
olivia delorenzo
Special Education Teacher
This 30-minute Tier 3 lesson helps 8th-grade students define and create personal SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals. It’s crucial for developing self-direction and goal-setting skills, tailored for individual student support.
Antonio Lara
Counselor
In this one-on-one Tier 3 behavior support session, a 4th-grade student will learn about Behavior Bingo—a goal-oriented game that boosts motivation and visually tracks positive actions. In a focused 25-minute session, the student will explore game mechanics, customize their bingo card, review rules and rewards, and reflect on progress to foster self-monitoring and goal attainment.
KAREN R
Social Worker
This 30-minute lesson for adults helps students understand the importance of setting clear, achievable goals. It provides a simple framework to define personal and professional objectives, enhancing motivation and productivity. This lesson will help students take concrete steps towards their aspirations.
lkoppisch
Special Education Teacher
In this 45-minute Tier 2 lesson, 10th graders learn effective goal-setting strategies using the SMART framework and peer collaboration. Students will practice crafting academic and personal goals, receive feedback, and create an actionable plan to boost motivation and achievement. This session builds self-regulation skills and supports group intervention.
manningo
Counselor
This lesson focuses on helping students with special needs create personalized goal maps that align with their unique abilities and aspirations. By engaging in this activity, students will learn to set realistic and achievable goals, enhancing their self-awareness and motivation. This lesson is important as it empowers students to take ownership of their learning and personal development.
Bill Sylvia
Counselor
This interactive presentation empowers parents with the knowledge and tools to support their high school students in navigating college and career readiness. Parents will learn about key milestones, resources, and strategies to help their teens successfully transition to post-secondary education or the workforce. Designed for an audience of parents, this session will run for approximately 45 minutes.
Theresa Fisher
Counselor
In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 8th graders will learn why setting clear, actionable goals is crucial for academic success and personal growth. Through interactive activities, students will practice crafting SMART goals and reflect on their own aspirations. This Tier 1 lesson builds foundational life skills and empowers all students to plan for success.
Natasha Alexander Lovett
Counselor
This lesson focuses on understanding and setting goals, with a particular emphasis on breaking them down into achievable objectives. Designed for Kindergarten students in a single 30-minute session, it helps lay the foundation for self-regulation and task management. This lesson is important because it empowers young learners to identify what they want to achieve and how to get there, fostering independence and a sense of accomplishment.
Rebecca Roge
Counselor
Personalized coaching for 8th grade families to master emotional regulation strategies and positive reinforcement techniques. This Tier 3 (Individual) lesson includes a 30-minute session with targeted activities to empower students and families, fostering healthier communication and emotional awareness.
avolis
Social Worker
In this engaging 30-minute session, high school students will explore the importance of setting both short-term and long-term academic goals. Through interactive discussions and activities, students will learn how to create actionable plans that align with their aspirations, fostering a sense of direction and motivation in their educational journey. This lesson is crucial for empowering students to take charge of their academic success and develop essential life skills.
Daisy Carrera
Social Worker
In this lesson, students will learn to set effective graduation goals using the SMART framework. They will identify potential barriers and practice overcoming them through role-playing scenarios. This lesson is crucial for helping students with IEPs develop clear, achievable goals and build resilience in facing challenges. Additionally, students will understand the importance of regular school attendance, the impact of passing grades, and the necessity of obtaining 22 credits to graduate.
Anna Urias
Counselor
In this lesson, students will learn about goal setting through a short video and a class discussion. The lesson aims to introduce the concept of setting achievable goals and the importance of motivation. This is crucial for young students as it helps them develop a sense of purpose and direction, fostering personal growth and self-confidence.
Tierney Leeper
Counselor
An individual session focusing on building self-confidence by setting personal goals and celebrating small victories. This lesson is vital for nurturing a student's self-belief and determination.
Kristen Federico
Special Education Teacher
This session provides an initial assessment framework for school counselors to engage with parents of 7th-grade boys. It aims to understand the student's current academic, social, and emotional landscape to facilitate effective support strategies. This session is designed for parents and will take approximately 30 minutes.
ejeffery
Counselor
This lesson introduces 1st-grade students to the concept of goal setting through engaging storytelling and examples of famous individuals who achieved their dreams. Students will learn the importance of setting goals and will be guided to set their own short-term and long-term goals. This lesson is important as it helps young students understand the value of planning and perseverance, fostering a mindset of growth and achievement.
Dannah Rogers
Counselor
In this lesson, students will learn about goal setting through a fun and interactive game. The lesson will help students understand the importance of setting goals and how to achieve them. This is crucial for developing self-discipline and motivation, which are essential skills for academic and personal success.
Joe Reiss
Counselor
A 90-minute Tier 2 session for parents on using visuals and schedules to support child learning and behavior. This workshop helps parents understand benefits, create simple visuals, and implement effective schedules at home.
Alyssha Walker
Behavior Interventionist
A whole-class kickoff for 2nd graders to set simple, achievable personal goals—like daily reading minutes or kindness counts—building planning skills and a growth mindset in a single 35-minute session.
VANESSA GUTIERREZ
Special Education Teacher
This resource focuses on setting achievable goals and developing a plan to reach them. It empowers students to take ownership of their learning and personal development, building vital future-ready skills. This lesson is for a 7th Grade class, lasting 60 minutes, and includes a lesson plan, slide deck, worksheet, and project.
maryam
Counselor
In this lesson, students will learn the importance of setting realistic and achievable goals. They will then apply this knowledge by creating a personalized goal-setting plan. This lesson will help students develop self-discipline, motivation, and strategic thinking skills.
Fidelina Flores
Counselor
In this lesson, students will engage in a hands-on activity by planting 'goal seeds' that represent personal objectives they wish to achieve this year. This activity will help students understand the importance of nurturing their goals and the patience required for growth. By linking the care they give to the seeds with the growth of their potential, students will learn about long-term goal setting and patience.
Melanie Harner
General Education Teacher
This resource helps families learn and practice effective communication strategies to strengthen their bonds and resolve conflicts constructively. It's crucial for fostering a supportive home environment where everyone feels heard and understood. Audience: 4th Grade Class, Duration: 60 minutes, Sessions: 1.
Anna
Social Worker
In this engaging 9th Grade life skills session, students will create a SMART micro-goal for the week, break it into actionable steps, and set an accountability check. By learning to set small, achievable goals, students build motivation, habits, and confidence for long-term success.
JOYCE PURCELL
General Education Teacher
This lesson introduces students to the concept of personal goal setting, helping them understand the importance of setting achievable goals and the steps to reach them. By engaging in a video, discussion, and hands-on activity, students will learn how to set and work towards their own personal goals. This lesson is crucial for developing self-motivation and planning skills, which are essential for academic and personal success.
Annmarie Ridings
Counselor
This lesson empowers IGCSE students to understand, set, and strategize personal and academic goals using the SMART framework. It's crucial for developing self-direction and motivation. Audience: IGCSE Students, 1 Session, 60 minutes.
ConceptX
General Education Teacher
This 30-minute lesson helps Kindergarten students learn to set and achieve a one-day personal goal. It teaches valuable life skills like goal setting, responsibility, and perseverance, helping young learners understand that they can achieve what they set their minds to. Designed for a single classroom session.
Scheherazade Ellis
General Education Teacher
In this 15-minute interactive activity, 10th-grade parents explore key executive functioning skills and mental health strategies to support their teens at home. Engaging hands-on tasks and reflective discussion empower parents with practical tools for organizing, planning, and stress management.
Evan Berneche
Special Education Teacher
This lesson introduces Pre-primary 1 and 2 students to the concept of goal setting in a fun and relatable way. Students will learn what a goal is, why it's important, and how to set simple, achievable goals. This lesson helps students develop foundational life skills in planning and achievement. Designed for 1 session, 60 minutes.
ConceptX
General Education Teacher
In this 30-minute Tier 3 lesson for a 6th grader, students will explore strategies and build confidence for returning to school. This lesson focuses on personalized goal-setting, coping strategies, and a supportive plan to ease the transition. Perfect for individual support, it helps students feel prepared and empowered for the new school year.
Christina Lee
Counselor
In this two-session individual lesson, a 4th grade student with behavioral challenges will learn how to set and track personal goals to build responsibility and decision-making skills. Through structured activities, guided reflections, and consistent support, the student will leave with a clear, actionable goal and a plan to achieve it.
Liana Sheinkin
Social Worker
This lesson helps a 12th-grade student explore personal goals, identify support systems, and develop a plan for their future, especially when facing conflicting expectations. This individual session is designed to empower the student to articulate and pursue their own aspirations. (1 session, 30 minutes)
Pamela
Counselor
In this 30-minute individual session, the student will learn to plan, start, and complete household chores effectively—building responsibility, time management, and self-reliance. Tier 3 support provides personalized, step-by-step guidance and reflection prompts tailored for a 6th grader’s needs.
Michelle Vasquez
Counselor
This lesson helps 8th-grade students learn to set effective goals by creating one SMART goal aligned with their core values. It focuses on practical goal-setting for personal success. This is a 30-minute lesson for one session.
Shannon Loving
General Education Teacher
This lesson helps 8th-grade students learn to set SMART goals that are aligned with their personal values. This is important for developing self-direction and achieving meaningful objectives. It consists of one 30-minute session.
Shannon Loving
General Education Teacher
This resource teaches students the steps to set achievable goals and develop the perseverance to reach them, fostering self-motivation and responsibility. It's essential for developing executive functioning skills and a sense of accomplishment. This lesson is for a 5th Grade class and will take approximately 55 minutes to complete.
Julissa Contreras
Elementary Teacher
In this 30-minute, one-session lesson, 2nd graders will learn to set specific, attainable, and realistic goals, helping them focus and take ownership of their learning. This lesson supports Texas TEKS self-management skills and ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors, includes visuals for Spanish speakers, and makes goal-setting fun and relatable.
Erika Morris
Counselor
In this 30-minute small-group session, 8th grade students will learn to set SMART goals for academics and personal interests, collaborating through guided exercises and peer feedback. This Tier 2 intervention fosters targeted scaffolding for goal-setting skills, empowering students to take actionable steps toward their dreams.
De'Anna Parsons
General Education Teacher
This 35-minute Tier 1 lesson helps 2nd-grade students understand what a goal is and identify a personal long-term goal, connecting it to immediate actionable steps. It supports English, Spanish, and SPED students. This lesson is important because it empowers students to envision their future and understand that big dreams are achieved through small, deliberate actions, fostering a sense of purpose and self-efficacy. (Audience: 2nd Grade, 1 session, 35 minutes)
Monica Pedroza
Counselor
An introspective worksheet guiding a 9th grade student to identify personal strengths and set SMART goals in a 20-minute Tier 3 individual counseling session, fostering self-awareness and motivation.
Sue Spafford
Counselor
An introspective worksheet guiding a 9th grade student to identify personal strengths and set SMART goals in a 20-minute Tier 3 individual counseling session, fostering self-awareness and motivation.
Sue Spafford
Counselor
A structured 35-minute individual session for a 7th-grade student to learn and apply the SMART Goals framework. Students will define Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound personal self-management goals, document them, and begin tracking progress. This Tier 3 lesson empowers the student with personalized strategies to build self-management skills and fosters ongoing reflection and growth.
oguerrero
Social Worker
In this 30-minute high school group lesson, students will learn how to monitor their grades effectively and set SMART academic goals. This lesson equips students with practical strategies to track progress, reflect on performance, and create actionable plans to improve their learning outcomes.
Anne M Engelland
Special Education Teacher
This lesson helps 7th-grade students understand the importance of setting SMART goals for academic performance, attendance, and behavior. By the end of this 45-minute session, students will be equipped with actionable strategies to take ownership of their success in school and beyond.
Andrea Sandoval
Counselor
A small-group workshop guiding 5th-grade parents through local mental health services and collaboration with schools. Builds strong home–school partnerships and community trust in just one 60-minute session.
Rachel Pizzo
Psychologist
This empowering lesson helps students understand the importance of setting achievable goals and developing strategies to reach them. Through guided reflection, practical planning activities, and peer discussion, students will learn to break down larger aspirations into manageable steps, fostering a sense of agency and accomplishment. Ideal for middle and high school students.
Billie
Instructor
In this 30-minute individual support session, 9th grade students will learn strategies to plan, initiate, and complete tasks effectively. This targeted lesson helps students build time-management and organizational skills critical for academic success and personal growth.
Iana Aguilera
Psychologist
This engaging workshop is designed for 7th-grade parents to empower them with strategies to support their children's academic and emotional growth. In this 30-minute session, parents will learn practical tips and tools to enhance communication, foster a positive learning environment at home, and understand the developmental changes their children are experiencing. This workshop is crucial for building a strong home-school connection and ensuring students' success.
kelsie.bromberg
Counselor
This lesson helps 5th-grade students boost their self-esteem by recognizing past achievements and setting future goals. It also explores how making positive choices can help them reach their dreams. Designed for a single 45-minute classroom session.
Anabella Macia-Limnio
Instructor
This lesson focuses on building family communication and support networks to help overcome feelings of overwhelm. Through interactive activities and discussions, students and their parents will learn strategies to communicate effectively and support each other. This lesson is important as it fosters a supportive home environment, which is crucial for the emotional well-being of students.
Aly Lanzone Wiesner
Counselor
In this one 30-minute session, elementary students with social, emotional, and behavioral IEP goals will learn how to set simple goals and use a personalized progress monitoring sheet to track their own growth. This lesson builds student ownership and self-awareness, equipping them with an easy-to-use tool for recording daily successes and behaviors. Tier 3 individual support ensures the sheet is tailored to each student’s needs.
sgeoffroy
Social Worker
In this one 60-minute individual session for a 1st grade student with ASD, students will practice executive functioning skills—task initiation, sustained attention, and flexible transitions—using fun, interactive home-based activities with lots of visual supports. This session is crucial for building independence and confidence in completing tasks with minimal prompting.
Christine White
Special Education Teacher
A targeted session for small groups on setting SMART goals and mapping actionable steps for personal growth. This lesson helps 9th graders develop self-management skills by constructing detailed, achievable plans and reflecting on their personal vision. Audience: 9th Grade small group. Session: 1 x 40 minutes (Tier 2).
brynn.cooper
School Administrator
This lesson helps 8th-grade students understand the importance of setting realistic goals and developing plans to achieve them. It's crucial for fostering self-management and future success. This lesson is designed for a single 30-minute classroom session.
Melanie Rose
Counselor
This introductory 1:1 counseling session for 7th-grade students focuses on building rapport, identifying student goals related to self-advocacy, emotional communication, and classroom self-confidence, and establishing an initial, actionable monthly confidence goal. This lesson helps students feel heard, understood, and empowered to begin their personal growth journey. It's designed for individual support over 30 minutes.
ldemoraes
Counselor
This lesson introduces 8th-grade students to the concept of goal setting through personalized learning. Students will engage in individual activities to understand the importance of setting achievable goals and the steps involved in the process. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with essential life skills that promote personal growth and academic success.
Jeremy Vagos
Special Education Teacher
This lesson helps students understand the importance of setting clear and achievable goals. It equips them with practical strategies to define their aspirations, create actionable plans, and stay motivated. This lesson is designed for Middle School Students and can be completed in one 45-minute session.
Zachary Covington
Instructor
This 30-minute lesson for 2nd-grade students empowers them to build a paper 'app' to track daily progress towards a weekly goal. It teaches vital life skills like monitoring, accountability, and executive function, helping students understand how small daily steps lead to big achievements.
Tiffany Fields
Instructor
