Effective Strategies for Goal Setting

Why do many students feel confused when they start middle school?

• They have clear expectations.

• They have too many friends.

• They are not excited about the transition.

• They haven't thought about what they want from school.

What is a key reason students struggle to adjust to middle school?

• They haven't set clear goals.

• They have too much homework.

• They don't like their teachers.

• They are not motivated.

How does goal-setting help students during the transition to middle school?

• It makes them more popular.

• It helps them focus their efforts.

• It makes school easier.

• It reduces their homework.

What can students quickly identify by setting goals?

• New friends

• Distractions

• Favorite subjects

• Best teachers

What does Dodge City Middle School believe every student should do?

• Join a sports team

• Set goals

• Make new friends

• Get good grades

How do clear goals help students in school?

• By making them more popular

• By helping them focus on necessary skills and behaviors

• By reducing their homework

• By making school more fun

What can students do by setting clearly defined goals?

• Skip classes

• Organize their time and resources

• Make more friends

• Avoid homework

What is an important part of a student's portfolio for the next three years?

• Their favorite subjects

• Their friends

• Their hobbies

• Their goals