Goal Setting
Give an example of a measurable goal
Measurable goals can be measured in time, distance, frequency. An example would be getting all A's and B's, being on time to school each day, running a mile, spending 1 hour on homework each night
Why shouldn't you study in your bed?
You shouldn't study in your bed because you might fall asleep or get distracted
If you are tapping on your desk, how might others interpret that behavior
They might think you are impatient or rude
Where should your papers go?
In a folder in your bookbag or in the classroom
Demonstrate one coping skill
Can be deep breathing, finger tapping, talking with support people, squeeze and release, coloring, journaling, etc.
What does the "S" in SMART Goals stand for?
The "S" in Smart goals stands for Specific
Why should you take notes on information your teacher is repeating?
If your teacher is repeating information, that information is likely important and will be on a quiz/test
Give an example of bad communication skills
Answers can be: Looking around the room, interrupting others, not being sincere, one-upping them
Name 2 apps on your phone you can use for organization
Answers can be: Notes, calendar, to-do, reminders, alarms
What are negative coping skills
Negative coping skills are destructive to the mind or body of you and others
If you want to get all A's and B's in a course, what are 2 steps you can do to get there.
Steps can be:
Completing assignments on time, studying each night, paying attention in class, reviewing answers in before submitting tests/quizzes, etc.
In the note-taking method called "Mapping" or "Graphic Organizers", where can you find the main idea?
You can find the main idea in the circle in the center.
What 2 ways can you show others you are listening and interested in what they are saying
You can show others you are listening and interested by looking at them, appropriately responding to what they are saying, and paying attention to your body language.
How can you keep track of you tests, quizzes, and homework
Write them down in your planner or create a to-do list
Name 2 coping skills you can use at school in the classroom without interrupting or distracting others
You can do squeeze and release, deep breathing, finger tapping, etc
Name 2 people who can help you reach your goal to raise your grade, include how this person can help you.
Teacher, tutor, parent, sibling, counselor, principal, ect. Can help by holding you accountable, helping you with homework/classwork, helping you study, ect.
What should you focus on when reading textbooks
Answers can be: information you don't know, definitions, bolded words and subtitles, summaries at the end of the book
_________ is a statement where you focus on expressing your feelings rather than blaming the other person
This is an "I" statement
You should make sure your study space is quiet, organized, you have all your materials,
How would you interpret "Coping skills are like ice cream flavors"
Not every one eats the same flavor just like not everyone uses the same coping skills
Finishing 1st in a marathon (26.3 mil race) your first time is not a SMART goal because it is not what?
This is not a SMART goal because it is not Realistic.
Name 3 reasons why you might take notes in class
information is written on board or presentation, teacher is repeating information, teacher is excited about the material, vocab and definitions, examples, review sessions, information you don't already know
What are 2 signs of a good apology
You actually say "I'm sorry", you don't blame the other person or make them feel worse, you try to do better next time, and your body language and facial expressions show you mean your apology
Name 3 other places you would use organizational skills other than school
Bedroom, library, kitchen cabinets, calendar, laundry, tools, art supplies, garage, store
Mind-focused: journaling, talking with support person, drawing, etc.
Body-focused: deep breathing, squeeze and release, walking, taking a nap at home