Dear Families,
Thank you for taking the time to share in your learner’s ILP. The opportunity for your learner to set and conquer consumable goals is not only an important part of the learning process, but also a foundational tool in the life process.
Benefits of goal setting
Active involvement: As the goals and action plan are set by the students themselves, they work actively toward achieving it. Active participation is beneficial as it equals increased learning.
Decision making and problem solving: Setting goals and attaining them are like pieces of a puzzle. Students need to fit the pieces together to form the whole picture. The activity improves their cognitive skills and students are equipped to make the right choices and deal with any difficulties.
Accomplishment: Creating the goals and action plan, and working toward it, strengthens the student’s sense of accomplishment. This in turn improves their self confidence and motivates them to perform better in class.
Self-esteem: Goal setting does wonders to a student’s self esteem. As opposed to their previously restricted view of their abilities, goal setting encourages them to believe in themselves. Thus students are persuaded to aim higher, explore their immense potential and advance their learning.
Individual goal setting, therefore, frees a student from restricted thinking, broadens the scope of education and opens up numerous possibilities of them excelling.
We look forward to supporting our facilitators and learners as they navigate the process of accomplishing their goals!
We hope you have a fantastic week!
Lisa Latimer and Kimberly Matthes
Lower and Upper School Directors