S
What word does the "S" stand for?
Specific
What word does the "M" stand for?
Measurable
What word does the "A" stand for?
Achievable
What word does the "R" stand for?
Relevant
What word does the "T" stand for?
Time-bound
If a goal is specific, then does that mean it has:
a deadline, useful details, or enough challenge?
It has useful details
If a goal is measurable, then does that mean it has:
numbers, useful details, or enough challenge?
Numbers that show exactly how much you will do
If a goal is achievable, then does that mean it has:
a deadline, useful details, or enough challenge?
That it has just enough challenge -- it is hard but not too hard.
If a goal is relevant, then does that mean it has:
a deadline, enough challenge, or a connection to your life principles?
a connection to your life principles
If a goal is time-bound, then does that mean it has:
a deadline, enough challenge, or a connection to your life principles?
A deadline
"I want to do better in math." - Is this specific?
If so, why? If not, how can it become specific?
This is not specific because it does not tell exactly how much better, when it will be done, and how the student will improve. It could be better by adding these details.
"I want to save money." - Is this measurable?
If so, why? If not, how can it become measurable?
No, because there are no numbers showing what the student will do. It can become measurable if it tells how much money the student will save.
"I want to go from a 63 to a 70 in math." Is this achievable?
If so, why? If not, how can it become achievable?
Yes, this is achievable, because it sounds doable but would still take effort.
"I want to learn how to cook nutritious food." Is this goal relevant to most people? Why or why not?
Yes, because we all need to save money and eat well for long-term health and happiness.
"I will increase my GPA one letter grade by changing my study habits and getting a tutor." Is this goal time-bound?
No, there needs to be a deadline for getting the grade up.
I will pass all my classes this quarter by identifying grades below 70 and making up all missing work by October 29th. Is this specific? Why or why not?
Yes, this is specific because it tells exactly what grades the student will get, when, and how they will do it.
"I want to follow Jesus more closely because He is the solid foundation of my life." - Is this measurable?
If so, why? If not, how can it become measurable?
It is not measurable because it does not contain numbers showing how much the student will do.
"I would like to get straight A's next quarter." - Is this achievable? Yes, No, or it Depends?
Explain your answer!
It depends on what grades the person already received AND what their new study plan is. It could be doable if they already got good grades OR have a new, effective study plan.
Why is setting a relevant goal important?
So the goal will: increase distraction, align with your values, or cause procrastination?
Align with your values
"I want to spend more time volunteering in my community." - Is this goal time-bound? Why or why not?
No, it is not time-bound, because it doesn't have a deadline to tell when the person will start volunteering.
"I want to spend more time serving others because I want to follow Jesus more closely." - Is this specific?
If so, why? If not, how can it become specific?
It is not specific because it doesn't tell exactly what actions the person will take and when they will get those done.
"I will be involved in extracurricular activities because my brother is 21 years old and will give me $10 for every club I join." - Is this measurable?
This is not measurable because it does not have numbers that explain how much the student will DO.
"We should organize a homecoming party where every student at UPA has an amazing time!" Is this achievable? Why or why not?
It is not achievable because there are factors we can't control. But we could have an achievable goal of collecting suggestions from every student.
"I will miss 8-10 days of school next quarter." Is this relevant for most students at the Academy?
No, because it will lead to dismissal which does not help them to meet their goals for the future or please their parents.
Why is it important to have a time-bound goal?
Because if you don't have a deadline you might never get it done