9th Grade Resource

Goal Setting Worksheet for 9th Graders

Start your high school journey with clear, achievable goals. This interactive worksheet helps you plan for academic success, activities, and personal growth.

Why Goal Setting Matters in 9th Grade

Starting high school is a big transition! Setting goals helps you:

  • Build good habits that will last through high school and beyond
  • Stay focused on what matters most to you
  • Track your progress and celebrate achievements
  • Build confidence as you accomplish what you set out to do

Pro Tip: Start with 3-5 goals. It's better to achieve a few meaningful goals than to overwhelm yourself with too many!

How to Write SMART Goals

S - Specific

Clear and detailed about what you want to achieve

M - Measurable

Include numbers or concrete ways to track progress

A - Achievable

Challenging but realistic for your situation

R - Relevant

Matters to you and your future plans

T - Time-bound

Has a specific deadline or timeframe

My 9th Grade Goals

Add a New Goal

AcademicEnd of Fall Semester

Maintain a 3.5+ GPA this semester

ExtracurricularBy October

Join 2 clubs that interest me

PersonalOngoing

Develop better study habits

Academic Goal Ideas

  • • Achieve a specific GPA (3.0, 3.5, etc.)
  • • Improve in a challenging subject
  • • Complete homework before dinner each day
  • • Participate in class discussions more
  • • Meet with teachers for extra help when needed

Extracurricular Goal Ideas

  • • Join 2-3 clubs or activities
  • • Try out for a sports team or performance group
  • • Complete 20+ volunteer hours
  • • Attend club meetings consistently
  • • Take on a small leadership role

Personal Growth Goal Ideas

  • • Develop better time management skills
  • • Make 3 new friends this semester
  • • Read one book per month for fun
  • • Learn a new skill or hobby
  • • Practice self-advocacy with teachers

College Prep Goal Ideas (Light!)

  • • Visit one local college campus
  • • Start a simple activities list
  • • Talk to counselor about graduation requirements
  • • Research one career that interests you
  • • Keep a folder of achievements and awards

Tips for Achieving Your Goals

Review Regularly

Check your goals monthly and adjust as needed

Share with Someone

Tell a parent, teacher, or friend for accountability

Celebrate Wins

Reward yourself when you achieve a goal!

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