Goals in the New Year-A Dynamic and Engaging Goal-Setting Activity!

Kickstart the post-winter break season with our engaging "Goals in the New Year" activity designed for students. This comprehensive package encourages students to brainstorm, focus, plan, and reflect on their goals for the remainder of the school year. The activity fosters a positive and goal-oriented mindset while providing practical tools for self-discovery and achievement. Both Print and Digital versions include the following components:

Key Components

• Circle Map Brainstorming:
  Students jot down a myriad of goals in the outer circle, stimulating creative thinking without worrying about structure or spelling.

• Goal Selection:
  Choose one goal from the brainstormed ideas, promoting focus and clarity in their aspirations.

• Reasoning:
  Students identify three reasons why their chosen goal is personally significant, linking emotions and motivations to the objective.

• Actionable Steps:
  Develop a step-by-step plan to achieve the selected goal, teaching essential planning and organizational skills.

• Resource Identification:
  Consider what and who is needed to accomplish the goal, fostering collaboration and resourcefulness.

• Timeline and Success Criteria:
  Students contemplate when they'll achieve their goal, envisioning the tangible signs of success and reflecting on their emotions.

• Supplementary Materials:
  The activity includes a dedicated writing page for goal elaboration, a vision board for visual representation, and a goal certificate to celebrate completion.

Why Use This Activity:

• Holistic Approach: Addresses the cognitive, emotional, and practical aspects of goal-setting.
• Versatility: Accommodates various learning styles through writing, visual, and reflective components.
• Empowerment: Encourages students to take ownership of their goals and the steps needed to achieve them.

How to Implement:

• Integrate into the first post-winter break class as a reflective and forward-thinking exercise.
• Encourage discussion and peer collaboration during the goal-sharing stages.
• Utilize the writing page, vision board, and goal certificate to enhance the creative and celebratory aspects of the activity.

Empower your students to start the new year with purpose and determination. Download our "Goals in the New Year" activity package now and inspire a culture of goal achievement in your classroom!