1. Goal Setting Help in creating goals for your Graduation Project Remember SMART S self obtainable M meaningful A attainable R realistic T time bound Help in creating goals for your Graduation Project Remember SMART S self obtainable M meaningful A attainable R realistic T time bound

2. Rule #1 ~ Self performance based, not outcome based Earn a Division I track scholarship Decrease my mile time by 45 seconds You should set goals over which you have as much control as possible. There is nothing more dispiriting than failing to achieve a personal goal for reasons beyond your control. If you base your goals on personal performance, then you can keep control over the achievement of your goals and draw satisfaction from them. OUTCOME BASEDPERFORMANCE BASED

3. Rule #2 ~ Measurable I want to get in better shape I want to play the piano I want to help the people of Haiti I want to become a doctor someday I want to run a mile under 7 min I want play Cannon in D I want to raise $400 for Haiti relief. Learn what its like to be a doctor. (identify the skills) NO! YES!

4. Rule #3 ~ Attainable Create world peace Cure breast cancer Become a famous fashion designer Sign a record contract with my band Raise $200 for Darfur Lead a team in the breast cancer 2 Day Job shadow a designer to see if it could be a potential career Create a press kit for my band NO!YES!

5. Rule #4 ~ Relevant This project should do one of the following: Help you in the future (college apps, or job app) Reach a lifelong goal you’ve always had Serve the community in a way that means something to you and the group you serve Challenging in some way, not necessarily difficult This project should not be: Meaningless community service A waste of your time

6. Rule #4 ~ Relevant: Including The Why Run a mile under 7 min to prepare for college lacrosse Play Cannon in D on the piano so I can perform at weddings for friends and family Raise $400 for Haiti relief because I feel strongly about this cause Identify the skills and training necessary to become a doctor because I am considering premed in college

7. Rule #5 ~ Time bound Remember you only have 30 hours If your project is something you will continue after this course, what specifically can you do in the time given. 30 hours will go faster than you think plan this ahead of time by working out a rough draft time line

8. ADDITIONAL TIPS Find sources of motivation Be sure you can attain the resources you need. Ex: Holding a 3 on 3 tournament is great, but can you find a venue Tell others about your goals to help keep you focused Leave room for change, be flexible Set mini goals along the way Know when and who to ask for help If your project is something you enjoy, achieving your goals will be both easy and rewarding Identify obstacles and roadblocks from the start