Did you know that you can strengthen the goals you write with action verbs?
Precise language matters. By using action verbs like “explain,” “describe,” or “demonstrate” in your goals, you ensure everyone involved (teachers, parents, future providers) can understand and monitor student progress. Action verbs define observable behaviors, making progress tracking straightforward. For example, “describe three coping strategies for managing stress” is clearer and more measurable than “feel less anxious.”
Plan for Data Collection from the Start
Effective goals integrate data collection. Your well-crafted goals should naturally lend themselves to tracking progress through observations, teacher feedback, or counseling sessions. If you are writing a goal and immediately wonder how you will monitor progress, rethink the goal.
Empower Student Success with Effective Counseling Goals (Summer Boot Camp 2024)
Deepen your understanding of crafting effective counseling goals at Summer Boot Camp 2024! Our dedicated session dives into practical strategies and addresses your specific challenges including how to use assessment data to to effectively outline a student’s area of need and how to create meaningful counseling goals using the SMART framework!.
This year, Summer Boot Camp offers even more than before:
- Live Q&A Sessions: Participate in four live Q&A sessions to ask questions and receive personalized guidance from experts. We will be chatting about assessment, behavior, counseling, and what to expect those first days back this fall.
- Book Giveaways: Expand your professional library! Daily prizes will be awarded to live session attendees.
This summer, invest in your skills and make a lasting difference in the lives of your students.
