Mimi, who plays on a travel soccer team, wants to play professional sports when she gets older.
Is this a SMART goal? Why or why not?
Remember, to qualify as a SMART goal, you have to answer yes to each and every question. As soon as you get to a no, the answer is, "No, it isn't a SMART goal."
Is it Specific (narrow and focused)? no
So Mimi's goal is not a SMART goal. She should think through her plans a bit more.
Connor, a shy 8th grader, wants more friends.
Is it Specific (narrow and focused)? yes Is it Measurable (Connor will know when he has achieved it)? yes Is it Attainable (Connor is able to achieve it)? yes Is it Realistic (something that is possible for anyone)? yes Is it Timely (has a timeframe or deadline to achieve it)? no
If Connor set a timeline for his goal, it would meet all the criteria. As it is, it is not timely, and it is not a SMART goal.
Student responses may vary. Acceptable answers include the description of a very specific goal, such as the following:
Student responses may vary. Acceptable answers include:
Please evaluate the student's answers:
Excellent
Good
Okay