1. Reflection (the act of considering and thinking): Take a moment to reflect about your first quarter at Ridgetop Junior High. Think about the learning you have done, the people you have met, and the choices you have made in 8th grade. 1. How does your first few months of 8th grade compare to your 7th grade year? Consider your academic progress and social interactions: 2. What choices have you made that contributed to your successes or challenges?

2. Reflection Mid-Quarter Progress Report Grades: Based on your progress report, answer the following questions. 1. Which of the following best describes your academic success in junior high, so far: □ I’m right on track - getting all of my work done and I am successful on assessments. □ I’m in the race - working hard, getting most of my work done, but struggling in some areas. □ I’m still at the starting line - needing to complete my daily work and study for assessments. □ I can’t find the track - not sure how to manage academics, social and home life in junior high. 2. Identify one academic area (math, science…) that you are proud of and explain why: 3. Identify one academic area you would like to improve. Explain why this area is in need of improvement and what you will do (use the Academic Strengtheners your teacher has displayed):

3. My 8th Grade Goals Set two goals you will work on from now until the end of first semester. One goal must be academic and the other goal may be academic or personal. Identify what you, your family and your teachers can do to help you meet these goals. My academic goal is to_________________________________________________. The steps I will take to achieve this goal: 1. __________________________________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________________________ My teachers can help me achieve this goal by: My family can help me achieve this goal by:

4. My academic/personal goal is to _______________________________________. The steps I will take to achieve this goal: 1 ___________________________________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________________________ My teachers can help me achieve this goal by: My family can help me achieve this goal by: