Organization
The Healthy Habit: “KEEP IT SIMPLE” means?
Have as few steps as possible
Break Large assignments into _______.
smaller more manageable ones
True or False: You should write down every single thing your teacher is saying in a lesson.
FALSE; you should only write down the important key topics or steps
True or False: Students can only set SMART goals for school assignments.
FALSE; Smart Goals can be written for anything you want to work torwards, in and out of school
True or False : To Do lists should only be used for long term school projects.
AND why?
False- To Do Lists can be used for personal goals/tasks as well.
True or False: Planning out how long a task may take is good time-management
and WHY?
TRUE: helps organize the time in the evenings to get things done; you know what assignments will take more time/days to complete
In a study, students that took notes were __ x more likely to remember content a week later.
7x More likely
What are the 3 steps to Effective Goal Setting?
Identify a SMART Goal, Make an Action Plan, Reflections
Don’t be a perfectionist: “It’s less about _____and more about ______.
It's less about PERFECTION and more about ACTION.
When making a list of weekly assignments, which ones should you do first?
“The ones that are due first.”
To test your understanding of your notes you can do what?
Teach another classmate or family member
What does each letter in S.M.A.R.T Goal stand for?
Specific, Measurable, Attainable/Achievable, Relevant/Realistic, Timely
Give an example of a morning routine that would help you be more successful in school?
Name 2 Time Wasters and what to do to change these
Procrastination, Too much social media, Always saying yes, worrying, multitasking, repeating your mistakes, checking phone, indecisiveness, fear
What are 2 tips to make your notes more memorable/helpful?
Color coding, Put topic headings, jot down questions as you go, put in your own words
List a SMART Goal you have and 2 Action Steps towards reaching it.
Answers Vary
What are the benefits of being more organized? (at least 3)
Prioritize tasks to meet goals; know what to do next
Manage time more efficiently
Be more productive
Don’t get overwhelmed by tasks/projects/personal spaces(room, locker, binder)
What are the benefits of good time management? (at least 3)
Less Stress
More time to do fun things
Less missing/forgetting assignments
What are the benefits of effective note taking? (at least 3)
-Keeps you alert
-Emphasizes and organizes class information (highlight key concepts, definitions, etc)
-helps you study or complete reviews for tests
What are the benefits of Goal Setting in middle school? ( at least 3)
Knowing what to focus your efforts on
Feeling accomplished
Sense of accountability
Being more future oriented ; tools for High school
Prioritize and not waste time