1. Goal Setting @PBMS 09.16.15

2. Norms Courtesy Only my laptop / cell phone is needed Rest rooms (when you gotta go... ) Triple “S” commentary guidelines 2

3. PURPOSE OF GOAL SETTING Increase efficiency and effectiveness Moves an organization or individual toward a desired outcomes Builds trust between all involved 3

4. Precepts You have very limited resources in a school. People, money, and time have to sync Goals are set with the end in mind Goals are set with the student in mind Goals aren‘t set in isolation. Unshared goals are just individual ideas 4

5. OBSTACLES (common at every level) LACK OF COMMUNICATION  Top-to-bottom & vice versa PROCRASTINATION LACK OF CLARITY LACK OF FIDELITY  Sub-par implementation  No follow-through 5

6. HIERARCHY OF GOAL SETTING School-Wide Goals Grade-Level / Department Goals Class Individual 6

7. SMART GOALS Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic / Relevant Time Sensitive 7

8. School-Wide Goals Predicated on student achievement Results arrive, data disaggregated Standards are unwrapped and prioritized Shared-decision making > goals and feedback Timelines Are set in accordance with district mandates Include pacing, assessments, data collection Department Chairs Disseminate information Collect and analyze data 8

9. Grade-Level Goals DECISIONS HAVE BEEN MADE AT THE SCHOOL LEVEL, WHICH ARE SHARED IN THE RESPECTIVE DEPARTMENTS ~ Department Chairs are the first line of information dissemination ~ Provide updates –Content, programs, pacing, Collect results, review data Facilitate brainstorming / collaboration 9

10. Grade-Level (department) Goals Departments focus on:  Strengths / weaknesses / trends  Identify programs or practices for Enrichment Remediation  Share Best Practices  Develop timelines for Assessments Data Collection  Adjust goals where needed 10

11. Classroom Goals Your Goals  Your desire to improve is a starting point As educators, we reflect –Do over We guide the student as they reflect on past accomplishments (not shortfalls)  Domain 3 Reflecting on Teaching –Evaluating Personal Performance  Professional Growth Plan Measurable goal, actions steps, manageable timelines, and appropriate resources 11

12. Classroom Goals Common reasons goals are not achieved  The goal is too difficult or unrealistic.  The goal didn’t have the involvement and commitment needed. 12

13. Teacher Goals I will increase the use of instructional objectives in developing classroom teaching strategies I will develop procedures for increasing the quality of student-teacher verbal interaction. I will increase my level of enthusiasm by the use of overt physical gestures, and expressions Craft my questioning style to the multiple level of learners in my classroom I will integrate the tech resources available to me on campus. I will seek staff development in... During 1 st qtr 13

14. Question #1 on Goal Setting If the school scores are off of the charts (really, really good), do you still have to concern yourself with goal setting in your classroom as much? What’s your opinion? 14

15. Answer #1 on Goal Setting Although the school performed really well, there is always room for improvement. Goal setting will give you an effective and efficient approach to student achievement. Moreover, goals can be set for numerous areas, such as discipline and attendance 15

16. Individual Goals Pride ConfidenceMotivation Performance 16

17. Individual Goals Individual Goals must be:  Short term & long term Short term goals contribute to long term goals.  Expressed in a positive manner (even the shortfalls) Help them understand what they can do, not what they didn’t do  Attainable > Realistic Help the student craft goals that fit the student. the student should be able to talk about his goal even in the cafeteria 17

18. Individual Goals Individual Goals must be:  Monitored  Celebrated  Multiple Goals? Yes, this student has performance, behavior, and attendance concerns. 18

19. Question #2 on Goal Setting What would you do if one of your students didn’t succeed at attaining his goal? 19

20. Possible Answers #2 on Goal Setting A.Give him less class work B.Call Dr. Phil C.Adjust the goal, and make it more manageable. 20

21. Answer #2 on Goal Setting A.Give him less class work B.Call Dr. Phil C.Adjust the goal, and make it more manageable. 21

22. Question #3 on Goal Setting Mr. Good Teacher, is in the science department. He has just completed goal setting with his classes. Mr. Teacher is speaking with his administrator and says, “I’ve finished all of the goal setting with my students, and I will check their progress at the end of the school year.” A. The statement is correct with respect to checking progress B. Mr. Teacher should check progress in April, because June starts the rainy season. C. He should Check the progress periodically D. He should check progress after 8 th -grade lunch. 22

23. Response(s) #3 on Goal Setting A. The statement is correct with respect to checking progress B. Mr. Teacher should check progress in April, because June starts the rainy season. C. Check the progress periodically. D. Check progress after 8 th -grade lunch. 23

24. How about a fun closing activity? 24

25. Your goal is to have your class pass the FSA. List the steps along the stairway that lead to success in attaining your goal. 25