As the old school year ends, a new school year is just around the corner. It seems you either dread it, or embrace it. For those who embrace it, a new school year is ripe with possibility and opportunities for growth and exploration. A new grade with new friends to make, new topics to learn about, new abilities to test.
Why not prepare your child for success by helping them frame next year in a positive light? Encourage them to look forward to achieving goals they set for themselves both in and out of the classroom. And don’t leave all the anticipation to the kids! It’s also a great time of year to set your own goals.
For kids:
For tweens and teens:
For parents (goals for your child):
Goals for adults:
For families:
Writing a school year goals list not only builds hope for what will come in the school year, it also creates a sense of purpose and encourages kids to push themselves to reach their targets. Plus, talking through these prompts with your child allows you to learn what’s important to them, what concerns them, and who they see themselves becoming. It’s a chance for growing closer and an opportunity for you to show your support.
Given a list of September-to-June goals, when the school year ends, you’ll have more to celebrate than the grades on their report cards!
Lara is a parenting journalist and mom of three girls.
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