Skills for Success

Motivation
"The reasons one has for acting or
behaving in a particular way
"The general desire or willingness of
someone to do something"
Motivation can push us when we may be feeling overwhelmed

Motivation can remind us why we are working toward our

goals

Can help students develop a sense of purpose and direction

Research shows that finding what motivates you can help with
academic performance, emotional well-being, and future
success
 Internal Motivation: External Motivation:

Completing a task because you Completing a task because you want

find it rewarding. to avoid any consequences or you
expect a reward from doing so.
Watching an episode of your favorite TV show every
time you finish an assignment
Watching an episode of your favorite TV show
every time you finish an assignment

External
Watching your work log column turn green when
completing an assignment.
Watching your work log column turn green when
completing an assignment.

Internal
Feeling proud when your grade goes from a D to a C
on Student Connect.
Watching your grade go from a D to a C on Student
Connect.

Internal
Doing your homework because your parents will
ground you if you have any missing assignments.
Doing your homework because your parents will
ground you if you have any missing assignments.

External
 Examples of Challenges Remember S.M.A.R.T!
Turning in assignments S= Specific
Understanding the content M= Measurable
Coming to class A= Achievable
Don't like the teacher R= Relevant
Get distracted T= Time-Bound

Examples of Plan Items What is this plan for?

30 minutes every night with no phone
Come to Saturday Success Academy
After School Tutoring hours
Email teacher for assignments/that they
know I am motivated.
Once you leave this group, you should
have a clear plan for each class
Help us check in with you
Help hold yourself accountable for your
goals
 CHOOSE YOUR METHOD

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