IN Greensburg Salem Winter 2016 | Page 37

My goal for this year is…” Incorporating the school motto, “Effort Creates Ability,” Mrs. Funk and her students discussed how hopes, dreams, and goals can come true with hard work, giving forth one’s best effort, persevering, learning from mistakes, and taking time to think about how behavior can help achieve these dreams. Students will keep their writing prompt until the end of the year to reflect not only on how they are meeting their own goals, but how they may be helping friends achieve their goals. Examples of second grade hopes and dreams are: • To do better at math. • To be a better reader. • To make new friends. • To be a scientist. • To not give up. Goals are displayed for reinforcement throughout the year