We hope your family had a restful December break and celebrated with the "3-2-1 Panther Power of Gratitude." Now that we've returned to school, January is the perfect time to focus on a fresh start and goal setting.
This month, we challenge your family to hold a Panther Power-Up Goal Huddle. This quick activity helps students learn to look forward, plan their actions, and take ownership of their success in the second half of the school year.
How to Hold Your Goal Huddle
Find a Quiet Moment: Set aside 10-15 minutes with your child where you can talk without distractions.
Define a Goal (The "Power-Up"): Help your child choose one specific, achievable goal for the next four weeks. This goal should not be a "wish" but something they can actively work toward. Encourage them to choose one from school and one from home.
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Example School Goal: "I will turn in my math homework on time every day this month." or "I will read for 20 minutes every night."
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Example Home Goal: "I will clean my room every Saturday morning." or "I will help set the dinner table three times a week."
Identify the First Step (The "Pounce"): Ask your child: "What is the very first thing you need to do to start working on this goal?" Breaking the goal down into a small, actionable step makes it less overwhelming.
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If the goal is turning in homework: The first step is "packing my folder immediately after I finish the last problem."
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If the goal is cleaning the room: The first step is "making a list of everything that needs to be put away."
Check In: Write down the goals and the first step. Every few days, ask them how the "Pounce" is going. Be supportive and encourage them to adjust if the goal is too hard or too easy.
The Benefit: Planning for Success
This activity teaches key executive functioning skills—planning, breaking down tasks, and self-monitoring. By helping your child set their own "Power-Up" goals, you are giving them the tools to take charge of their learning and success for the rest of the year!
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