3.1 How to Set Value-Based Goals
This Reaching New Heights leadership lesson (RNH.3.1, “How to Set Value-Based Goals”) introduces students to goal setting and the goal-setting process, including the SMART goals framework and how goals should be built on one’s core values. Students discuss the benefits of and barriers to setting goals, then draft and prioritize their own goals and develop SMART goals across seven areas of life (family/personal, physical/health, mental/intellectual, personal development, career, financial/material, and spiritual).
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- Discuss the importance of goals and the benefits they provide.
- Discuss the different areas in which they should set goals and why.
- Set goals for themselves.
- Time required
- 90 minutes
- Materials
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- Writing Surface
- RNH.3.1.AS.A – one per student
- RNH.3.1.AS.B – one per student
- RNH.3.1.AS.C – one per student
- RNH.3.1.AS.D – one per student
- RNH.3.1.AS.E – one per student
- Purpose
- The purpose of this lesson is to introduce students to the topic of goal setting and how it can help them accomplish what they want in life.
- LifeKnowledge Connections – Precept(s) Addressed
- Action: A1. Work independently and in group settings to get things done. A2. Focus on results. A3. Plan effectively. Relationships: B2. Interact and work with others. Vision: C1. Contemplate the future. Character: D2. Accurately assess my values. D3. Accept responsibility for personal actions. Continuous Improvement: F1. Implement a leadership and personal growth plan. Physical Growth: G4. Set goals for long-term health. Personal Growth: I1. Plan (implement) professional goals and set priorities. Spiritual Growth: L1. Nurture a spiritual belief system. Decision-Making: N4. Choose a career based on passion, abilities, and aptitudes. Flexibility/Adaptability: O3. Reacts with openness to feedback and professional growth opportunities.
- LK Lesson Suggestion
- MS.14 – Developing Goals; MS.15 – Setting Goals; HS.18 – Vision and Personal Success; HS.44 – The Benefits of Goal Setting; AHS.9 – Long-Term Goals and Opportunities
- Connection Questions
- 1. What areas in your life might you set short-term goals in? Long-term goals? 2. What are some of the goals your parents/family members have communicated to you? 3. How have your personal goals changed after learning about SMART goals?