Skills
Goal Setting
The ability to identify short and long-term goals in a way that is realistic, specific, and motivating helps students to stay on track and maintain progress when the going gets tough. This skill set also includes the ability to adjust goals when necessary.
Program expectations and requirements
The sooner and more
thoroughly a student
understands the
qualifications. processes, and
expectations for successiul
completion of their
educational program.
the more tarapted and
efficient their plans and
strategies will be,
I have the knowledge
and skills I need
to succeed
When feeling adequately
equipped, a student's
confidence increases and
motivates them to overcome
the inevitable challenges that
will arise while in school.
Resource Management
In order to focus on their education. Students need safety and stability. They need to ensure their external demands are manageable, that necessary resources are accessible, and that they are able to speak and be heard by those in power.
Available resources
and supports
In order to benefit from the
support and resources
available to them while
they re In school, students
need to know what those
resources are and how to access them.
I can learn
and grow
Intelligence and ability are not
static, but can be increased
and improved through effort
and access to resources. As
students embrace this belief.
they are better able to
overcome obstacles, leverage
their strengths, and improve in
areas they find more
challenging.
Self Advocacy
Every student is unique and
has different needs and
goals. As students build their
ability to articulate their
needs and request support
from relevant audiences
effectively, they increase their
likelihood of achieving their
desired outcomes.
School culture and opportunities
As students acclimate to school,
they begin to learn the culture of
the classrooms, campus,
administration, and student body.
As their understanding grows, they
can better build the coalitions anc
comm
unity that will suoport their
goals. Similarly, understanding
opportunities at and through their
institution empowers students to
get the most out of their
educational experience.
I deserve
support
There are many reasons,
personal and cultural, that
students may be hesitant or
resistant to taking advantage
of support resources. The
stronger a student's
willingness to access and
utilize support, the more likely
their educational success.
Time Management
Adding school to an already
full life requires students to
prioritize, plan, and exercise
conscious control over the
amount of time spent on
specific activities in the
process of working toward
their goals.
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Options for paying
for my education
When students have clarity
on the requirements and long
term expectations of funding
their academic goals, they
can feel more confident about
her decisions to pay for their education.
I am part of a
community that
supports my goals
When a student feels a
sense of belonging as part
of a community that
supports their goals, they
are more likely to maintain
focus and motivation.
Self Care
School requires focus and
energy, so it is important for
students to pay attention to
the necessary practices and
resources needed to maintain
physical, emotional, and
mental wellness while in
school, including proactively
accessing support and resources as needed.
My strengths,
goals and values
Self-knowledge supports all
facets of students
development as students
gain clarity about their own
unique skills, experiences.
abilities and motivations, the
can succeed on a path that's right for them.
I am here
for a reason
Students that feel a strong
sense of purpose related to
their educational efforts are
more likely to persist and
achieve their goals. Purpose
also supports deeper
satisfaction and resilience as
they progress through thein
educational journey.