Lesson Plan
SMART Goals Framework
Students will learn to craft SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound—for school and personal life by drafting and refining a clear, actionable goal.
Setting SMART goals helps students clarify priorities, boosts motivation, and builds lifelong planning and self-management skills.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Hook
2 minutes
Step 2
Teach SMART Criteria
4 minutes
Step 3
Guided Goal Drafting
5 minutes
Step 4
Peer Feedback & Share
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Goal-Setting 101
What Is a SMART Goal?
S = Specific
M = Measurable
A = Achievable
R = Relevant
T = Time-Bound
Your Turn: Draft a SMART Goal
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