A.V.I.D. 9Ms. Welch

A goal is a general statement about a desired

outcome with one or more specific objectives

A goal contains PRECISE terms

A goal can be accomplished in a designated

time frame

S=Specific M=Measureable A=Achievable R=relevant T=time-bound

Goal objectives should address the 5ws.. Who, what, when, where, and why Use action verbs For example:

Earn________________________Create______________________Spend ______________________

Goal objectives should include numeric (#) or descriptive measures that define quality

How will you, or your parent(s), or teacher(s) know when the goal has been successfully met?

For example, by the end of the quarter, weekly,

next month, etc.

Goal objectives should be within your control and influence

Goals may be a “stretch” but still feasible

Do you have the resources to achieve goal?

Goals should be important to your current needs (as a student, daughter/son, team member)

How will the goal help you? And ultimately your family, community, etc

Goal objectives should identity a define target date for completion

And specific action steps that are needed for achieving the goal

Incorporate specific dates

1). Do better!

2). Earn a 3.5 grade point average on my 3rd Quarter Report Card

3). Get involved!

4). Try harder!

5). Arrive to school by 7:30 a.m. everyday for the month of February

1). Eat less.

2). Eat 3-5 fruits and/or vegetables a day for the month of March

3). Look better!

4). Lose 5 pounds by March 31, 2014

5). Exercise 3 times a week for 30 minutes for 8 weeks

1). Be successful!

2). To become a nurse by the age of 23 years old

3). To become a social worker for high school students

4). To make a lot of money

5). To become a lawyer by the age of 27 years old