SMART Goals

SMART Goals

100

Something you want to do or achieve

What is a goal?

200

Can be achieved in less than a year

What is a short term goal?

300

Requires more time to achieve;2 years or more

What is a long term goal?

400

Give an example of a long term goal

Answers will vary.

500

Give an example of a short term goal

Answers will vary

Identifying the Components of a SMART Goals

100

Clearly defined or identified;

What is Specific?

200

Outlines the steps needed to achieve goal

What is measurable?

300

There is a belief in yourself that you can "do it" - you also set your self up for success by focusing on your skills and abilities. 

What is achievable?

400

It’s actually possible to achieve;

What is realistic?

500

there is a deadline to achieve goal;

What is time based?

SMART Goals Examples

100

Sarah is in 11th grade. She has a 3.0 GPA. She would like to have a 3.5 GPA by the time she graduates. She has made a plan to complete all of her homework on time, study for an extra 2 hours each week, and make all “A’s” and “B’s” from this year forward.

Is this goal Specific?

200

Complete homework, study extra 2 hours, make “A’s” & “B’s

What steps will she take?

300

Studying 2 hours a week? It is or isn't what letter in the SMART goal system?

What is realistic? 

400

How can we tell if Sarah accomplishes her goal?

She improves her GPA to 3.5

500

Describe the ways in which this goal is time based

Studying for 2 hours a week and getting A's and B's the rest of the school year.

Goal Map/Action Plan

100

In order to achieve your goal you will need to create one of "these"

What is an action plan/goal map

200

Things that could get in your way while achieving your goals

What is an obstacle or barrier?

300

Give THREE examples of an obstacle or barrier.

Depends on the goal, but financial, transportation, resources, etc.

400

What do you need to achieve your goal?

What are measurable steps?

500

Each step of a SMART goal must be included in your goal or career map. Name them.

What is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timebased

SMART GOALS Random

100

Is "I will lose 8 pounds by February 1st" a SMART goal.

Yes if you have 8 pounds to lose.

200

What are 2 possible steps to for the goal of losing weight?

Exercising at least 15-30 daily, taking a walk daily, eating healthier, eating smaller portions, etc.

300

How does creating goals help you plan your future?

Helps you develop a plan, identify resources you may need, increase motivation, etc.

400

Is running the NYC marathon a good long term goal?

*Bonus points- Did Mrs. Camarda ever run the NYC marathon? (26.2 miles)

Yes and YES!

500

Give an example of one of your personal goals and identify if it is a SMART goal.

Answers may vary. Thank you for sharing. :)