Lesson Plan

College Readiness 101

Students will define college readiness, identify key academic and personal skills, and create a simple SMART goal to start building their college preparedness journey.

Early exposure to college readiness helps students recognize the skills and habits needed for future success, boosting motivation and encouraging purposeful goal-setting from middle school onward.

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5 minutes

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Introduction & Activation

3 minutes

Step 2

Define Key Skills

5 minutes

Step 3

SMART Goal Setting

5 minutes

Step 4

Share & Wrap-Up

2 minutes

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Your Future Starts Now

What Is College Readiness?

Key Skills for Success

Pair & Share Activity

Setting SMART Goals

Wrap-Up & Reflection

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Your Future Starts Now

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