Goal Growth Rubric
SEL Growth Pathway Student Services & Mentorship Tool
Goal-Setting & Reflection Rubric
Goal & Growth Focus
Student Name:
Facilitator / Provider:
Review Cycle / Date:
Growth Mindset Guide: This rubric is used collaboratively to celebrate strengths, identify next steps, and build self-advocacy skills. Use this tool during regular check-ins to track progress and celebrate personal milestones.
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Level 1 Explorer (Emerging) |
Level 2 Builder (Developing) |
Level 3 Achiever (Proficient) |
Level 4 Champion (Independent) |
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| Goal Sizing & Clarity |
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Sets clear, realistic, and bite-sized goals for learning or behavior. | Needs significant adult prompting to name a goal; goals are often broad or difficult to measure (e.g., “do good”). | Identifies a general target with guiding questions; begins to break it into 1–2 practical steps with support. | Independently drafts a realistic micro-goal with a clear timeline and identifies a concrete immediate action step. | Proactively formulates specific, attainable SMART goals; articulates why each goal matters and sequences multiple steps. |
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Monitoring & Tracking
Monitors daily/weekly routines and uses visual trackers or logs. | Rarely tracks daily habits without adult reminders; may lose tracker or forget current target. | Completes tracker during scheduled adult check-ins; recognizes whether steps were completed when prompted. | Consistently maintains tracker with minimal reminders; provides honest evidence of progress and effort. | Self-initiates routine progress checks; actively uses personal visual cues to sustain momentum and focus. |
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Problem-Solving & Pivoting
Identifies roadblocks and adjusts approach when faced with hurdles. | Shuts down or abandons goal when obstacles arise; views setbacks as permanent or unchangeable. | Recognizes when stuck and accepts adult coaching to brainstorm an alternate path or coping strategy. | Identifies specific roadblocks and advocates for help; attempts at least one alternative strategy before giving up. | Anticipates potential pitfalls in advance; flexes strategies with confidence and maintains a resilient attitude. |
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Reflecting on Growth
Celebrates effort, analyzes lessons learned, and self-assesses growth. | Struggles to articulate personal growth; tends to focus only on outcomes rather than effort or learning. | Identifies a win with support; can share what felt easy versus hard when prompted by facilitator. | Clearly explains what strategies helped them grow; recognizes personal strengths and expresses pride in hard work. | Reflects deeply on personal mindset changes; connects current progress to long-term goals and mentors peers. |
Overall Growth Stage Summary Collaborative consensus between student & provider
Level 1 (4–6 pts) Explorer Phase
Level 2 (7–10 pts) Builder Phase
Level 3 (11–13 pts) Achiever Phase
Level 4 (14–16 pts) Champion Phase
Current Composite Score: / 16 points
Priority Focus Dimension:
Student Services Action Tool
Collaborative Goal & Reflection Plan
Student Voice + Mentor Coaching
Part 1: Check-In Growth Snapshot
SEL Skill Area Student Rating (1–4) Provider Rating (1–4) Shared Goal Target
1. Goal Sizing & Clarity
Level: ____
2. Progress Tracking
Level: ____
3. Overcoming Roadblocks
Level: ____
4. Reflecting on Growth
Level: ____
Part 2: My Current Micro-Goal
My Micro-Goal (Specific & Bite-Sized):
Why this matters to me:
How I will know I reached it:
Action Step 1
Action Step 2
My Support Person
Part 3: Progress & Reflection Log
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What went well? (Celebration) |
What got in the way? (Obstacle) |
Next Small Step / Tweak |
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One Growth Moment I'm Proud Of:
Support I Need from My Provider:
Student Signature:
Provider Signature:
Next Conference Date:
