Goal Setting Plan Setting Behavior Goals
Lesson Plan • Behavior Boost Session 1
Time 45 MIN
Why This Lesson?
Establishing clear behavior goals builds self-awareness and accountability, laying the foundation for improved self-regulation and positive classroom habits.
Learning Objective
Students will learn to identify and set a specific, measurable behavior goal and reflect on its importance, creating a personalized goal tracker for ongoing use.
Teacher Preparation
• Print one copy of Behavior Goal Tracker per student and a large version for display.
• Print one copy of Self-Reflection Worksheet per student.
• Prepare chart paper or whiteboard with space for the Behavior Goal Chart .
• Gather sticky notes and markers.
Materials
☐ Behavior Goal Tracker
☐ Self-Reflection Worksheet
☐ Behavior Goal Chart
☐ Whiteboard and Markers
☐ Sticky Notes
Instructional Steps
10 Minutes
Introduction to Goals
Gather students in a circle and ask: “What is a goal?”
Define behavior goals and share examples (e.g., raising hand before speaking).
Explain why behavior goals help everyone learn and work together.
10 Minutes
Modeling Goal Creation
Display the large Behavior Goal Tracker .
Think aloud to draft a sample goal (Specific, Measurable, Achievable).
Invite students to ask questions about the sample goal.
10 Minutes
Student Goal Setting
Distribute individual Behavior Goal Tracker .
Prompt students to reflect silently on one behavior they want to improve.
Guide them to write a clear, measurable goal on their tracker.
5 Minutes
Self-Reflection
Hand out the Self-Reflection Worksheet .
Students answer prompts: Why this goal matters? How will I know I’m improving?
Collect worksheets for review or have students keep them in their folders.
10 Minutes
Share & Display Goals
Invite volunteers to share their behavior goals aloud.
Write shared goals on the Behavior Goal Chart .
Encourage students to place a sticky note next to their name as a commitment signal.
Pro-Tip: Focus on "can-do" goals. Instead of "Stop talking," suggest "Raise my hand before speaking." Positive framing increases student buy-in!
Goal Setting Discussion Slides Session 1
Behavior Goal Chat
Let's talk about how we can grow together and build positive habits in our classroom.
Set
Track
Reflect
Discussion Guidelines
Raise your hand to share ideas
Listen respectfully
Speak kindly and stay on topic
Be honest in your reflections
Question 1
What is a behavior goal?
Can you give an example of one we might use in our classroom?
Follow-up
How is a behavior goal different from other kinds of goals?
Question 2
Why set goals?
How can they help our classroom and our learning?
Think Back
"Think of a time you set a goal. How did having that goal help you?"
Question 3
Selecting Your Goal
What behavior did you choose to improve, and why?
Check your goal:
Specific?
Measurable?
Achievable?
Question 4
Tracking Progress
How will you know you're making progress on your goal? What will you record on your tracker?
The Reminder
Who or what could remind you each day to work toward your goal?
Question 5
Overcoming Challenges
Obstacles:
What might come up that makes working on your goal difficult?
Strategies:
What can you do to overcome those obstacles?
Support System
"How can our classmates support each other when challenges arise?"
Question 6
Reflection and Success
What will success look like at the end of the first week?
Celebration
Reflection
Bonus Question
How will you celebrate or acknowledge reaching your goal?
Class Commitments
How can we remind each other to keep working on our goals? What commitment can we add to our Behavior Goal Chart?
Let’s choose one class-wide reminder or signal we can use daily!
Behavior Goal Tracker Worksheet Behavior Goal Tracker
Session 1 • Behavior Boost
Name:
Date:
My Personal Behavior Goal
Make it Specific, Measurable, and Achievable!
Why I chose this goal:
Success looks like...
Weekly Focus Checklist
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
Mark with a sticker or a star when you practice your goal!
My "Secret" Signal or Reminder: Self-Reflection Worksheet Session 1 Self-Reflection
My Starting Point • Behavior Boost
Name:
1
Why does this behavior goal matter to me?
Think about how it will help your learning or your friendships.
2
How will I know I am making progress?
What will you be doing differently? What will others see you doing?
3
On a scale of 1-5, how important is this goal?
Circle the star that matches your feeling.
1
2
3
4
5
Self-awareness is the first step toward growth. You've got this!
Behavior Goal Chart Poster Behavior Boost
Our Growth Board
We are tracking our progress and supporting each other every day!
Student Name
Personal Behavior Goal
Our Class Commitment
"We agree to encourage one another and be honest in our reflections. We celebrate every small win on our journey to being our best selves!"
Tracking and Reflecting Plan Tracking & Reflecting Progress
Lesson Plan • Behavior Boost Session 2
Time 45 MIN
Why This Lesson?
Regular tracking and reflection promote self‐monitoring, help students recognize patterns, and empower them to adapt strategies for sustained behavior improvement.
Learning Objective
Students will record daily progress toward their behavior goal, reflect on their successes and challenges, and make data‐driven adjustments to stay on track.
Teacher Preparation
• Print one copy of Daily Behavior Log per student and a large class version.
• Prepare blank Reflection Journal pages or inserts for each student.
• Set up chart paper and markers to visualize class progress.
• Review each student’s Behavior Goal Tracker from Session 1.
Materials
☐ Behavior Goal Tracker (from S1)
☐ Daily Behavior Log
☐ Reflection Journal
☐ Chart Paper and Markers
☐ Stickers or Colored Pencils
Instructional Steps
5 Minutes
Check-In Entry
Distribute the class Daily Behavior Log .
Ask students to record how many times they met their behavior goal since the last session.
Remind them to be honest and use a sticker or mark for each successful instance.
10 Minutes
Data Tracking & Visualization
Invite volunteers to share their counts and place a sticker on the class chart paper.
As a class, look for trends: Who improved? Who needs extra support?
Highlight any notable increases or consistent successes.
10 Minutes
Pair Reflection
Have students pair up and exchange their Daily Behavior Logs .
Instruct them to use the Reflection Journal to answer: • What helped me succeed? • What challenges did I face? • One strategy I’ll try next time.
10 Minutes
Whole-Class Debrief
Reconvene and facilitate discussion about class patterns and effective strategies.
Record key ideas on chart paper for future reference.
10 Minutes
Goal Revision & Action Steps
Have students revisit their personal Behavior Goal Tracker .
Progress Reflection Discussion Slides Session 2
Progress Reflection
Taking a look at our clues, identifying our successes, and planning our next steps.
Observe
Log
Adapt
Guidelines for Growth
Raise your hand to share
Listen respectfully
Speak kindly & positively
Be honest about progress
Analysis 01
Reviewing Your Data
Look at your Daily Behavior Log. How many days did you meet your goal this week?
Follow-up
Were you surprised by your count? Why or why not?
Analysis 02
Classroom Patterns
What patterns do you notice across our class chart? What might explain these trends?
Mornings?
Afternoon Energy?
Group Work?
Analysis 03
Strategies That Worked
Share one strategy from your Reflection Journal that really made a difference.
Journal Check-In
The Boost
"How can you use this strategy every single day?"
Analysis 04
Overcoming Obstacles
What challenges did you face when tracking your behavior goal?
New Strategy:
What new strategy could you try to overcome that obstacle?
Analysis 05
Supporting Each Other
How can classmates help each other stay on track?
"Let’s share one idea we can use as a class reminder."
Analysis 06
Adjusting Your Goal
"Do you need to make your goal a bit harder or easier?"
Your New Action Step:
What one concrete step will you add for next week?
Celebrating Progress
How will we recognize our successes next week? How will you know when it’s time to celebrate?
Daily Behavior Log Worksheet Daily Behavior Log
Session 2 • Tracking My Clues
Name:
Goal:
Use this log to track every time you practice your behavior goal. Each day, color in a circle or add a sticker for every success!
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
Weekly Success Total
Count up all your marks from this week!
Tracking progress helps you see how much you've grown!
Reflection Journal Pages Reflection Journal
Growth Mindset Entries • Session 2
Entry No. 01
What helped me succeed this week?
What challenges did I face?
One strategy I’ll try next time:
Every reflection is a step toward your best self.
Strategies and Supports Plan Strategies and Supports
Lesson Plan • Behavior Boost Session 3
Time 45 MIN
Why This Lesson?
Introducing diverse strategies and peer support empowers students to overcome challenges, build social skills, and stay focused on their behavior goals.
Learning Objective
Students will explore and practice behavior strategies that support goal attainment and establish peer support partnerships to encourage accountability.
Teacher Preparation
• Print and cut one set of Behavior Strategy Cards per group.
• Print one copy of Peer Support Worksheet for each student.
• Review student goal trackers to facilitate relevant strategy matching.
• Prepare scenario prompts for modeling strategy use.
Materials
☐ Behavior Goal Tracker
☐ Behavior Strategy Cards
☐ Peer Support Worksheet
☐ Whiteboard and Markers
☐ Timer or Stopwatch
Instructional Steps
10 Minutes
Strategy Introduction
“There are many ways to reach our goals...”
Display example strategies (deep breathing, self-talk, etc).
Distribute Strategy Cards .
Students pick one strategy they want to try.
8 Minutes
Modeling Strategy Use
Teacher models one card in a scenario (think-aloud).
Invite a volunteer to practice while the class observes.
12 Minutes
Strategy Practice in Pairs
Partners draw new cards and role-play short scenarios.
Partners give feedback: What went well? One improvement?
8 Minutes
Peer Support Partnership
Hand out Peer Support Worksheet .
Partners interview each other to plan cues and encouragement signals.
7 Minutes
Share & Plan
Invite pairs to share their plans.
Record common reminder cues on the board.
Social Support: Peer partnerships work best when they focus on *catching* each other doing the right thing, rather than policing behavior.
Strategy Sharing Discussion Slides Session 3
Strategy Sharing
Building our toolbox of skills and finding strength in our teammates.
Tools
Partners
Support
Strategy Chat Rules
Raise your hand before speaking
Listen respectfully
Give specific, kind feedback
Be honest about your experience
Discussion 01
Your Strategy Choice
Which Strategy Card did you choose to try? Why?
How does this connect to your personal behavior goal?
My Power Tool
Discussion 02
Reflecting on Practice
When you role-played using your strategy...
What went well?
Challenges?
Adjust
"What could you do differently next time to make it easier?"
Discussion 03
Partner Feedback
How did your partner use the signal or reminder from your worksheet?
"What feedback did they give you that was most helpful?"
Discussion 04
Beyond the Classroom
Recess
Home
Other Class
"When might you use this strategy outside of this class?"
Discussion 05
Strategy Power Teams
Could you pair this strategy with another one from the deck?
"Which two strategies seem most powerful when used as a team?"
Discussion 06
Moving Forward Together
Class-Wide Signal:
"What daily signal or reminder can our class use to check in on strategies?"
How will you and your partner hold each other accountable?
Behavior Strategy Cards Worksheet Behavior Strategy Cards
Cut along the dotted lines • Session 3 Tool
CALM
3 Deep Breaths
Slow down your body. Breathe in for 4, hold for 4, breathe out for 4.
FOCUS
The 5-Second Wait
Before you speak or act, count to 5 silently in your head.
ACTION
Hand Signal
Use a pre-planned hand signal to show you are ready or need help.
MIND
Positive Self-Talk
Say "I can do this" or "I am in control" silently to yourself.
SPACE
Safe Spot Check
Look at a specific spot in the room to remind you of your goal.
LISTENING
Eyes on Speaker
Lock your eyes on the person speaking to stay focused.
BODY
Squeeze & Release
Squeeze your fists tight, then let them go. Feel the tension leave.
HELP
Ask a Partner
Whisper-ask your partner: "What are we supposed to be doing?"
Peer Support Worksheet Session 3 Peer Support Agreement
Together, we can achieve more!
Student A
Name:
Behavior Goal:
Student B (Partner)
Name:
Behavior Goal:
Our Chosen Support Strategy
How will we remind each other about our goals? (Circle one or write your own!)
Secret Signal
Whisper Reminder
Positive Post-it
Other: __________________________________________________________________
Daily Check-In Plan
When will we check in?
Our "Cheer" or Signal:
Signature A
Official Partnership
Signature B
Reflect and Celebrate Plan Reflect and Celebrate
Lesson Plan • Behavior Boost Session 4
Time 45 MIN
Why This Lesson?
Reflecting on progress consolidates self-regulation skills, highlights growth, and motivates continued positive behavior through recognition and celebration.
Learning Objective
Students will review their four-session progress, share successes and challenges, and celebrate achievements with certificates to reinforce positive habits.
Teacher Preparation
• Print Goal Reflection Survey for each student.
• Print Celebration Certificates (pre-filled or ready for students).
• Review student logs and trackers to prepare for shout-outs.
• Gather stickers or small rewards.
Materials
☐ Behavior Goal Tracker (S1)
☐ Daily Behavior Log (S2)
☐ Reflection Journal (S2)
☐ Goal Reflection Survey
☐ Celebration Certificate
☐ Stickers / Rewards
Instructional Steps
5 Minutes
Welcome & Warm-Up
Play upbeat music or ring a bell to signal the final session.
Prompt: Take a breath and think about how you've grown.
10 Minutes
Individual Reflection
Distribute Goal Reflection Survey .
Students review all their tracking tools from the series.
Complete survey: successes, challenges, and lessons learned.
8 Minutes
Partner Share
Partners exchange surveys and share one success and one challenge.
Encourage positive suggestions or cheers for each other.
10 Minutes
Group Discussion
Prompts: Who noticed the biggest improvement? How did it feel? What will you take away?
12 Minutes
Ceremony & Closing
Present Celebration Certificates one by one.
Final commitment: What one thing will you keep doing?
Sustaining Growth: Encourage students to display their certificates near their desks to serve as a permanent visual reminder of their capability to change.
Reflection Celebration Discussion Slides Final Session
Reflect & Celebrate
Honoring our hard work, sharing our stories, and launching into our next chapter.
Ceremony Guidelines
Raise your hand to speak
Listen respectfully
Use positive language
Be honest in reflections
Milestone 01
Your Journey
How far have you come since our first session?
"Which bit of progress means the most to you and why?"
Milestone 02
Success Stories
Describe one moment when you felt proud of meeting your goal.
Tools Check
"Which strategy or tool helped you the most?"
Milestone 03
Discussing Challenges
What was a challenge you faced while working on your goal?
"How did you overcome it, or what could you try next time?"
Milestone 04
Lessons Learned
What is one important lesson you learned about yourself?
"How will you apply this lesson in the future?"
Milestone 05
Celebrating!
How should we celebrate our achievements as a class?
Rewards:
Stickers Applause Shout-outs
Milestone 06
Keep the Momentum
What behavior goal or strategy will you keep using?
The Reminder
"How will you remind yourself to keep it up?"
Our Commitment
"In one phrase, what is our class commitment to positive behavior moving forward?"
Together We Rise!
Goal Reflection Survey Worksheet Goal Reflection Survey
Session 4 • Final Review
Name:
Date:
Take a moment to look back at your behavior goal journey. There are no wrong answers—just honest reflections!
What was your biggest success during these sessions?
What was the hardest challenge you faced?
Which strategy or tool helped you the most? Why?
What is one important lesson you learned about yourself?
Self-reflection is the engine of growth.
Celebration Certificate Behavior Boost Certificate of Achievement
This award is proudly presented to
For outstanding growth and dedication in the
Behavior Boost
By setting meaningful goals, tracking progress with honesty, and using positive strategies to build a better classroom community.
Teacher Signature
Date
Grow • Reflect • Succeed
