Attendance Matters: New Semester, New You!

The second semester is a great time for students to reset. One of the best ways to make the most of this fresh start is by setting short-term goals. These are smaller, achievable targets that help students stay on track and motivated throughout the semester.

Short-Term Goals

These help keep students focused and motivated, and they offer quick wins and visible progress. 

Examples of Great Goals 

• Participate in class by raising your hand at least once each day. 
• Study for 30 minutes every day of the week for a Friday quiz. 
• Review chemistry notes for 20 minutes each evening. 

Reward Yourself! 

Rewarding yourself, even for small tasks, really works! 

• Boost Motivation: Rewards keep students pushing forward. 
• Prevent Burnout: Breaks and rewards help students avoid stress and exhaustion. 
• Build Confidence: Achieving goals and rewarding yourself builds self-esteem. 
• Create Momentum: Even small wins motivate students to set and achieve more goals. 

How to use Rewards

1. Set it (first): Decide on a motivating reward before you start working.
2. Match it: Smaller goals deserve small rewards; bigger goals get bigger rewards.
3. Track it: Keep track of completed tasks to see your progress.
4. Be consistent: Reward yourself every time you meet a goal, even if it’s a small one.

Using short-term goals and rewards is a great way to stay motivated, make steady progress, and build positive habits!