SMART Goals Worksheet

Answers at time of development

Specific

What is the desired result? (who, what,

when, why, how)

Measurable

How can you quantify (numerically or

descriptively) completion?
How can you measure progress?

Achievable

What skills are needed?

What resources are necessary?
How does the environment impact goal
achievement?
Does the goal require the right amount of
effort?

Relevant

I will accomplish this goal by the end of the 2 nd semester, and I

will check my grades every week to monitor my progress.
To achieve this goal, I must make sure I am getting everything
done on time, and I have to make sure I am taking good notes
and understanding everything. I will have to put a lot of effort into
achieving this goal and I will need the support of my peers,
parents and teachers.
This goal can be achieved if I follow the process to get there.

Is the goal in alignment with the overall

mission or strategy?

Time-bound

By the end of the next semester, I want to get a higher grade

than the first semester (87%).

What is the deadline?

Is the deadline realistic?

I will achieve my goal by the end of the 2nd semester in May. It is

realistic, because I will have time to complete it.

Final Goal:
I will get a higher grade than an 87% or a B+ by the end of the school year by studying and taking good notes.