Compliment to Tabatha for asking ALL the great questions and everyone who stuck around until the end!

For the next 6–12 months, my new SMART goal is to stay organized and balanced while I study and work full-time. I’ll use my planner every week, set clear time blocks, and check in with myself regularly.

Compliment to everyone who shared helpful tips and supported each other in the discussions!

Compliments to all who helped create such a supportive learning space to share ideas!

Looking ahead to the next six to twelve months, my SMART goal is to continue submitting assignments on time, participating in every discussion board, and maintaining an A average across all my courses, as I plan to apply to the BEd program. This goal is specific because it clearly outlines my academic expectations. It is measurable since I can track my grades and submission records, achievable based on my current performance and habits, relevant because it supports my educational and career goals, and time-bound as I will evaluate it by the end of the next academic year.

I will know I have been successful when my grade reports show an A average in all courses and a perfect on-time submission record for assignments and discussion boards. Reaching this goal will not only strengthen my academic record but also enhance my personal discipline, time management, and commitment to excellence. I also want to continue developing and perfecting my APA 7 skills.

Compliment to:

Amanda,

Thank you for making my first semester so memorable! i truly enjoyed your modules, they were engaging and helped me grow as a learner! I really appreciate the effort you put into creating such a positive learning experience!! :)

I know I will be successful when:

• i finish my chapter drafts

• get approval

• get REB submitted

• prepare my arguments

I know I will be successful when:

• I keep learning and unlearning

• I keep pushing

• I keep showing up

• I keep reading and doing my assignments and Practice Tests

• I submit my law school applications!

I will succeed academically while giving my preschooler the love and quality time they deserve.

My goal for next term is to meet all of my original academic deadlines. Even if I do not submit it on that date and take time to critique my work, I would like to manage my time better and do more self-care to help enhance my ability to focus.

I just have to be mindful of taking care of my health, too. Therefore, in my next semester, I will take on the load, how much I can do with my other jobs, and keep my health in the forefront.

One of the most important parts of this course, however, was realizing just how many different ways there actually are to assess people. I learned that assessment isn’t supposed to be a one-size-fits-all process—it can be flexible, responsive, and designed to meet the diverse needs of learners. Approaches like ungrading, self-assessment, multimodal demonstrations of learning, and UDL-informed assessment strategies showed me that evaluation can be more about supporting student growth than ranking or sorting them.

This shift challenged my earlier assumptions. Instead of seeing assessment as something done to students, I now see it as something that can be done with them—collaboratively, intentionally, and with a focus on fairness and accessibility. The course helped me understand that good assessment practices can honour different strengths, reduce unnecessary stress, and actually deepen learning. Ultimately, it opened my eyes to the possibility that assessment can be empowering rather than punitive, and that educators have the responsibility—and opportunity—to design it that way.

My next SMART goal is to get even more confident using literacy strategies with my daughter, who struggles and see her actually enjoy reading and writing. I’ll know I’ve succeeded when it feels natural and I see her growing in confidence.

I’m proud I finally let my real voice show up in my writing. The humour, chaos, and heart I bring are what make it feel real, and honestly, that feels amazing.

Specific: Improve my academic writing by regularly using scholarly journal articles.
Measurable: Successfully write two academic papers using at least four scholarly sources each.
Achievable: Use library databases, course resources, and ask for support when needed.
Relevant: Strong writing and research skills help me succeed academically and better advocate for my students.
Time-bound: Achieve this goal within the next year.

I am proud of myself for stepping outside my comfort zone and keeping a positive attitude while learning new research skills. I am looking forward to continuing to build confidence in my writing and research abilities.

My SMART goal for the future is to do well in my spring/summer semester and focus on my essay writing.

I had a four group assignments, and I am proud of how well myself and my group worked together to ensure we all do well and faced any issues.

One SMART goal I have for the next 6–12 months is to improve my overall balance between school and personal well-being by prioritizing sleep and managing my focus on grades in a healthier way. This term, I noticed that I sometimes became overly focused on achieving high grades, which caused unnecessary stress and affected my sleep schedule.

I want to improve my sleep habits and reduce stress related to constantly worrying about grades by creating a more balanced schedule. I will measure my progress by aiming to get at least 8 hours of sleep. This goal is attainable because it focuses on building healthier habits over time rather than completely changing my priorities. This goal is important because maintaining balance will help reduce my stress and support my long-term success in university and in my future career as a teacher. I will know I am making progress if I feel less anxious about grades, get more consistent sleep, and feel more focused and positive about my learning, rather than feeling constantly stressed.

I was honestly surprised by how well I did on my assignments this term. At first, I was unsure about taking a writing class because I had been out of school for a couple of years and did not feel very confident in my writing. However, through feedback and revision, my writing has become more organized, and I have gained confidence throughout the course.

My new SMART goal is to build healthier habits by improving my exercise routine and eating healthier.

• Specific: I will add regular exercise and healthier food choices to my daily routine.

• Measurable: I will exercise for at least 30 minutes, 3 times a week, and eat balanced meals 5 times a day, including main meals and snacks in between.

• Attainable: I will start with simple activities, like walking at home, and plan my meals ahead of time.

• Relevant: Having healthy habits will help me feel better, stay focused, and do better in supporting myself and my family.

• Time-bound: I will follow this plan for the next 6 months and check my progress monthly.

New SMART goal:

During my three-week semester break, I will complete a 30-minute dumbbell glute workout three afternoons a week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) to maintain my fitness routine!! I can do hard things!!

• Specific: I will focus on improving how I analyze research by clearly explaining how sources connect to my ideas and practice as an ECE.

• Measurable: I will include at least 3–5 well-integrated academic sources in each major assignment and ensure each is clearly explained, not just mentioned.

• Achievable: I will use course resources such as the Ontario Tech Library (OMNI), Purdue OWL, and feedback from peers/instructors to guide my work.

• Relevant: This supports all my learning by strengthening my research skills, academic integrity, and ability to give and receive feedback.

• Time-bound: I will apply this goal consistently in my next 6-12 months, but also in my future courses and review my progress by the end of the term.

Honestly, I am proud that this term has been my growth in confidence as a writer and learner. I moved past self-doubt, consistently revised my work, and took feedback seriously. I also strengthened my ability to connect theory to real classroom experiences, making my work more meaningful. Despite challenges, I stayed committed and completed my work to the best of my ability.

My goal is to stay on track and keep my momentum while prioritizing my well-being. I will continue using my planner daily to stay focused, but I will also build in intentional "pause points" to breathe and take breaks when needed. By balancing my productivity with rest, I’ll ensure I can keep moving forward without burning out.

• I will maintain my academic momentum and focus by consistently using my planner to track deadlines and daily tasks.

• I will check off my completed tasks in my planner every evening and schedule at least two 15-minute "pause and breathe" breaks during my study sessions.

• I have already proven my ability to stay organized; adding intentional rest is a realistic step to manage my cognitive load and health.

• Staying on track while allowing myself to breathe helps me maintain my schoolwork, personal life, and work performance at the TDSB without burning out.

• I will follow this balanced routine daily throughout the remainder of the academic term.

My goal is to start working on myself more. I think I am a person who is always focusing on my family or friends that I do not give myself enough time or grace.

Specific- I wanted to be able to read and write more outside of school work.

Measurable- I will like to work out more. I think I have gotten accustomed to being inside or working so I want to try to go to the gym 3-4 times a week.

Acheiveable- I want to graduate and start my career by May of next year.

Relevant- I think this will help with my own confidence and health to stay afloat.

Time-bound- One year from now I will like to look back and reflect on my life in 2026 to what I am doing in 2027.

For the next 6 months, a SMART goal will be to explore at least 2 different digital tools for my assignments. It is a smart goal as it is specific to what and the amount, it is measurable as 2 is a quantity. It is achievable, as I can dedicate my effort to trying new tools. It is relevant as the course requires multiple platforms, and note-taking could take place across different tools. It is time-bound to the semester.

This term has been a lot! I am so proud that I managed to fulfill all my responsibilities at work, school, and home. I used my term plan designed in the Academic Success course to make the. best use of time, and to schedule time for myself and friends. There have been many challenges (a concussion, a major surgery for my dad, and unfortunately, it goes on), but learning continued to. be a highlight in my day. Everyone in the program is so kind, helpful and generous with the knowledge, and I am so excited to keep learning! Best of luck to everyone in whatever comes next!

A new SMART goal would be to better time manage and avoid procrastination.

Overall, this course has worked out my muscle memory and allowed me to better synthesize sources, recall APA style citing and reference.

For next semester, I’m levelling up. My goal is to study for at least 1.5 hours every day, stay organized with a planner, and get all my assignments done on time. I want to take what I’ve learned this term and come back with fresh energy, more confidence, and an even better mindset.

I’ll keep using the strategies that worked for me, but also take time to reflect and improve where I can.

Honestly, I’m really proud of myself for coming back to finish my undergraduate degree after such a long time, "20 years :)". That takes courage and a real growth mindset. I’ve proven to myself that I can do this, and I’m motivated, focused, and ready to finish strong.

For the next 6–12 months, my SMART goal is to improve my academic writing and avoid procrastination.

Specific: I will focus on improving my writing by planning my assignments early and organizing my ideas clearly before I start writing.

Measurable: I will spend 1–2 hours on my assignments each day and review my work before submitting.

Achievable: I will use tools such as planners and course resources to stay organized and manage my time more effectively.

Relevant: This goal is important because strong writing skills will help me succeed in my courses and future career.

Time-bound: I will follow this plan throughout the next semester and check my progress every week.

Overall, I am proud of myself for improving this term and becoming more responsible with my studies. I will continue working on these habits to become a better student.

By the end of each month, I will assess my progress to see where I've improved and what still needs work. My new goal for the upcoming semester is to continue enhancing my writing skills by dedicating at least two hours daily to practice. I will also focus on strengthening my academic integrity, applying what I've learned, and further developing my digital literacy. Additionally, I'll use the ADDIE model in organizing my projects. This continuous approach will ensure consistent improvement throughout the semester.

I am proud of myself for submitting all tasks on time. At the same time, I learned new things about academic integrity and how to use the ADDIE model in a great way to design my projects. I am proud that despite tough health circumstances I faced, I still managed to learn and submit at the proper time. All of these things make me proud of myself for reaching the end of this course. I stayed consistent and worked hard, even when things were difficult.

I can see my progress through the feedback I received, especially around stronger use of citations and clearer organization. While I am still growing, I feel more confident in my ability to write at a scholarly level and meet assignment expectations. This goal helped me become more independent and reflective as a learner.

Also, I have learned through this course how to better access the library help resources and use the school help sources all around. I will take advantage of these resources going forward. I have also learned to communicate with my instructor and TA more. If I don't explain or ask a question, they can not know if I need help or am struggling.

My SMART goal for the next 6–12 months is to strengthen my metacognitive skills, specifically comprehension monitoring, by consistently using strategies such as self-checking, summarizing, and reflecting on my understanding after completing academic readings and assignments.

(I learned this from another class, but it fits well all round)

I will know I’ve been successful when I notice fewer misunderstandings in my work, improved grades, and stronger confidence in explaining concepts clearly.

I am proud of myself for balancing being a mom of three, working in the classroom, and succeeding as a university student. This term showed me that I am capable of growth, even when things feel overwhelming. I’m excited to keep building my skills and stepping into my future as a primary teacher.

This term in Writing and Information Literacy has been a meaningful part of my journey as both a student and an educator. Coming into the course, I already had years of experience in the classroom, but stepping into the role of a university learner challenged me in new ways. I had to shift from relying on experience to grounding my ideas in research, academic writing, and critical thinking.

One of the biggest areas of growth for me was learning how to properly use scholarly sources and APA formatting. At the beginning, it felt overwhelming trying to meet all the expectations, especially while balancing school, work, and being a mom of three. However, as the weeks went on, I became more confident in navigating the OMNI database, selecting peer-reviewed articles, and integrating them into my writing in a meaningful way. I began to understand that writing is not just about sharing ideas, but about supporting them with evidence and engaging in a larger academic conversation.

Thank you Amanda (and Dionne)

New SMART Goal:
My new SMART goal is to strengthen my digital safety practices by regularly reviewing my privacy settings, limiting the sharing of personal information, and monitoring my digital footprint. Over the next month, I will check and update my privacy settings on at least three platforms and conduct a weekly search of my name to stay aware of my online presence.

Something I’m Proud Of:
I’m proud of how much my confidence has grown with digital tools and academic work. I improved my ability to use APA formatting, find credible sources, and create more engaging digital assignments. I also became more aware of digital safety, which I will carry forward both academically and personally

My SMART goal was originally to practice using a variety of sources and to develop my organizational skills. I feel like I developed these skills through the assignments we completed and by engaging with the asynchronous material. I have better OMNI search skills, and I've practiced organizing my research not just on paper but also digitally. I've moved out of my comfort zone in that way.

New SMART Goal:

• Specific: I will improve and maintain my new home by completing maintenance tasks.

• Measurable: I will complete at least 3 home improvement or maintenance projects, including painting, organizing, and making minor repairs, and track progress using a checklist.

• Achievable: I will dedicate 3–5 hours per week to home projects.

• Relevant: Completing these projects will improve the comfort, organization, and value of my home while building good maintenance habits.

• Time-Bound: I will finish these projects within 6 months.

Why I'm Proud:

My husband and I bought our very first home!! Something rural and away from the city, like we've spoken about since we were 16. I am so excited to give my daughter the stability I've wanted for the last few years and not have to worry about her changing schools anymore. It's a big change as it's quite a distance, but I am so excited to move into this next chapter of my life with my little family.

my new SMART goal is related to my current employment. I recently received a promotion into management within a paramedic service. The goal, is therefore based on the goals I've set for myself there.

Specifically, I wish to improve the key performance indicators of the medics I'm responsible for by supporting them in completing higher quality documentation and supporting their mental wellness.

Measurable will be achieved by auditing 100% of high stress calls to both monitor for completion and to reach out for support either via peer support, direct intervention or third party referral.

Achievable will be seen via monthly tracking of these metrics

this goal is relevant because paramedics face several times the national average for suicide, depression, PTSD, anxiety, divorce and vices. Interrupting this for a positive change is of great relevance to me.

Time bound, I aim to complete this goal by the end of March 2027.

I am proud of myself for facing new challenges this term. Going back to night shifts has cratered my ability to get to all my tutorials and eats up a ton of my "free" time because I still need to sleep and work. Still succeeding academically, and maintaining a high level of personal satisfaction during this season of change has been something I'm quite proud of.

New SMART Goal
My new goal is to start major assignments at least one week in advance and break them into smaller, scheduled tasks using my tracker. I will check my progress every two days to stay accountable and reduce last-minute stress.

Something I’m Proud Of
I’m proud of the grades I’ve been earning this term. They reflect the effort I’ve put into staying consistent and actually engaging with my work. It feels rewarding to see that my habits are paying off, and it motivates me to keep pushing myself.

- Qanitah Ahmed

I think, with a bit of realistic leniency, made it happen. What I mean by that, is life happens. Some things would come up during the week or another course gets really busy. But I would then focus more of this course other weeks. I am happy with the work I was able to complete everything, at a level I am confident with. Overall, I am happy with the goals I made and how i completed them this semester!

I plan to use this strategy and make a SMART goal for my future courses :)

This term, my SMART goal was to stay organized and keep up with my assignments. Overall, I think I did a good job. I was able to complete most of my work on time and understand the course material better. Sometimes it was difficult to balance school, work, and family, but I kept trying and did not give up.

New SMART Goal:

My new SMART goal is to improve my time management and reduce last-minute stress.

Specific: I will plan my week in advance.

Measurable: I will follow my plan at least 4–5 days per week.

Achievable: I will set aside time each day for school work.

Relevant: This will help me stay organized and feel less stressed.

Time-bound: I will follow this goal for the next month.

Something I am proud of:

I am proud of myself for staying committed to this course. Even when things were busy and stressful, I continued working and completed my tasks. I also feel more confident in my learning and writing compared to the beginning of the term.

My original SMART goal focused on improving my grades as well as creating better habits around saving money. Over time, I have learned that being specific with my schedule and actually following through gives me more time to myself. I found I was also more comfortable with asking for help if needed.

New SMART Goal (Time Management):

• Specific: I will create and follow a weekly schedule to ensure I stay on task for all my assignments and readings. 

• Measurable: I will spend at least 30 minutes a day on weekly course content. 

• Achievable: I will set up a paper planner to help me keep on schedule. 

• Relevant: By improving my time management skills, I will be able to create more time for myself and become a better educator. 

• Time-bound: I will follow this schedule for the next two semesters. 

Compliment to myself:
I am proud of myself for how far I have come this semester and how I was able to improve my current grades more between semesters. 

6-12 Month Smart Goal: I hope to continue to build my confidence in my abilities as a capable learner/student. I would also like to carve out more time to play with my kids, especially on weekends.

I am proud of: I am proud of the growth in my comfort level with APA - although I am not completely comfortable with APA I now acknowledge that if I am unsure how to reference something, I am fairly confident that I will be able to find resources to help me complete this.

Jill Dundas

Looking back at my SMART goal from the beginning of the semester, I feel that I was able to achieve most of what I set out to do. I improved my confidence in writing and became more comfortable using and citing academic sources. I also stayed organized and managed to submit my assignments on time, which shows growth in my time management skills.

However, this semester also came with unexpected personal challenges. Experiencing two significant losses had a real impact on my mental health, which made it more difficult at times to stay focused, motivated, and balanced. While I still met my goals overall, I recognize that maintaining well-being is just as important as academic success. This experience helped me realize that I need to be more intentional about supporting my mental health alongside my academic responsibilities.

New SMART Goal:

Specific:
I will learn and practice coping strategies for grief, stress, and anxiety to better support my mental health before starting the Fall semester.

Measurable:
I will consistently use at least 2–3 coping strategies (e.g., journaling, mindfulness, breathing exercises, or physical activity) each week and reflect on their effectiveness.

Achievable:
I will dedicate 2–3 hours per week to exploring coping strategies through resources (e.g., articles, videos, or counselling supports) and practicing them in manageable ways.

Relevant:
Developing these skills will help me manage stress, process grief, and improve my overall well-being, allowing me to be more focused and successful both academically and personally.

Time-Bound:
I will build and establish these coping strategies by the end of August 2026, before the start of the next semester.

Compliment:

I am proud of my ability to stay committed and responsible, even when I am balancing multiple roles and facing personal challenges.

This semester, for my SMART goal, I was able to use the Ontario Tech Library more to help me find really helpful information, and I read a lot of books for the assignment, which I really liked. I'm still working on my APA formatting. I still think that I'm just struggling, but with more practice, I'm sure I will be able to get it

One smart goal I hope to build my confidence more with APA formatting, while I'm still unsure, and I will use planners to write everything down and stay more organized.

Something I am proud of myself for is coming to class every day, even tho I work a lot of morning and night shifts. I'm proud of myself even tho it's really difficult.

New SMART Goal:
Going into next semester my new smart goal is

S- I will have better time management skills.

M- I will stay on top of all assignments and readings.

A- I will dedicate one day a week per class I take to ensure that I have equal amount of work time on each course

R- This is relevant for me to be a more organized and better student which will later help me be a more organized educator.

T- I will successfully do this at the end of next semester.

I am really proud of myself for making it through this semester. It has not been an easy one with my dad passing away near the start of this semester, so dealing with big emotions and grief, while also working a full time job, raising three young children (6,4 &1) and staying on top of my own school work and classes was no easy feat this semester. So I am just proud of myself for pushing through it even on the really hard days and weeks. I know my family is proud of me and I know my dad would be proud me.

One of my SMART goals was to get grades of at least 70 in all my classes. This was my first semester at university, so I wasn't sure what to expect, but I will update this goal for the next 6 months. My second goal included working faster, but I realized that is no longer a major issue. Instead, I need to focus on completing smaller assignments along with major assignments. This will help increase my grade. Completing anything to gain some marks will be more beneficial long-term than not getting any marks at all. Therefore, the new SMART goal I will follow is:

Specific:

I can aim to achieve grades of at least 80 in all classes by completing every single assignment and reading.

Measurable:

I can measure this by creating a semester calendar with different colours and distribute tasks evenly.

Achievable:

Based on my schedule, I will set realistic goals and follow through with work-life balance.

Relevant:

Every week, I can check to see if I completed any low-stakes assignments. I can slowly incorporate them into my workload if possible, starting with at least one a week.

Time-bound:

I will assess my progress every 2 weeks to a month. Semesters are 4 months long, so a monthly assessment gives me enough time to evaluate my efforts without overworking myself.

A new smart goal: I would like to continue to work on my existing goal for next semester of completing assignments prior to the due dates.

And

I would like to work towards managing my stress and mental health. I will take the time to find what techniques work for me and put them in to practice. definitely less screen time and more outdoor time, along with doing things that bring me joy. I need to remember to take breaks within my tasks whenever possible and chunk my tasks into manageable time frames . By doing this I believe that I will not only feel better but I will also gain more confidence within my tasks.

I will continue to work on these goals with my spring/summer term.

compliment: I have been learning so much within my courses! I have noticed an improvement within my research/writing and APA 7 formatting. I am proud of myself for pushing through and staying motivated. My time and efforts have really shown within my grades. I going to keep pushing, but in a more healthy balanced way!

This term, I reflected on my SMART goal of improving my academic writing, especially using APA format. At the beginning, I found APA confusing and overwhelming, but over time I practiced using it in my assignments. Now, I feel a bit more confident with things like in-text citations and formatting references, even though I am still learning.

A new SMART goal I have is to continue improving my APA skills by correctly using citations and references in all of my assignments next term, and double-checking my work using reliable resources.

One thing I want to compliment myself on is not giving up when things felt difficult. I kept trying, asked for help when needed, and improved my understanding of APA. That is something I am proud of.

Looking back at my SMART goal this semester, I can say that I truly pushed myself in ways I didn’t think were possible. What helped me the most was using a planner and staying organized. I used highlighters to separate my classes, assignments, and timelines, which helped me visually stay on track. I also made sure to carve out time in the evenings to focus on my schoolwork, even when I was tired.

At the same time, this semester was not easy. Managing five core courses while working full time and taking care of my kids and my dad was honestly overwhelming at times. There were moments where I had to sacrifice sleep just to keep up. Even though it was challenging, I kept showing up and doing what I needed to do. I also worked on improving my APA 7 formatting. I feel more confident now than I did at the beginning, especially with citations and references, but I know there is still more for me to learn and improve on.

New SMART Goal (6–12 months):

Moving forward, my goal is to continue strengthening my time management while becoming more confident and consistent with APA formatting in all of my assignments. I will continue using my planner to stay organized and plan ahead, making sure I am not leaving things to the last minute. I also want to be more intentional about managing my stress by taking breaks and creating time for myself, even though I know that can be challenging.

This is a SMART goal because it is specific (time management and APA skills), measurable (completing assignments on time and improving my grades), achievable and realistic based on what I have already been doing, and time-bound over the next 6–12 months. I will know I am successful when I feel more confident submitting my work, make fewer mistakes in APA formatting, and feel more balanced in managing school and life.

Something I’m Proud Of:

I am truly proud of myself for making it through this semester. Balancing five courses, a full-time job, and my responsibilities at home is something I never thought I could manage, but I did. There were times I felt like I was going to fall, but my family’s love and support kept lifting me up and reminding me why I started.

Every day, I put my best foot forward, even when it was hard. Seeing how proud my family is of me gives me the strength to keep going. This journey is not easy, but I know I am getting closer to my dream of becoming a teacher, and that means everything to me.

SMART Goal: Maintain an academic average of at least 80% while balancing school, work and personal responsibilities.

Specific: I want to improve and maintain a consistent academic performance of 80% or higher.

Measurable: I can measure my progress by monitoring grades on assignments, exams and final course results.

Attainable: Given my current performance and the organizational strategies Ive put in place, like proactive planning and time management, leads me to believe this target is realistic and within reach.

Relevant: This goal aligns with my broader objective of pursuing a teaching career and gaining admission to teachers' college.

Time Bound: It is structured around the upcoming academic year, with regular check-ins to assess my progress.

Looking Ahead/Let's Celebrate:

One of the things I'm most proud of from this term is successfully leaping back into education after a long break. I have managed to push my way through by drawing on my resilience, adaptability and determination. I am eager to move forward and expand on the progress I've made. I feel genuinely motivated and optimistic about what lies ahead, particularly as each semester brings me closer to my end goal. This experience has reinforced an important lesson: Stepping into the unknown and taking calculated risks can open doors to personal growth and new possibilities.

(A CELEBRATION)

I want to still take the time to pat myself of the back for showing up and putting in my best effort of the days that felt like i was pouring from an empty cup. Hard work will continue to pay off as long as i believe in myself and apply my experience working in a school along with the knowledge I am gaining through my courses. I look forward to continuing to work on being the best student and educator I can be.

New Smart Goal:

Make to do list more realistic and tackle tasks ONE at a time. I want to keep myself accountable and be successful in the process.

Looking forward:

I am making an active promise to myself to remember to take care of my self, prioritize breaks, eat better, and make time for all things important. Nourishment, body breaks, achieving above an 80 in each course as I continue this program.

I can do this !

My goal for the next 6 months is to improve how I organize my time by starting all assignments at least 5 days before the due date and breaking them into smaller tasks using a weekly planner. This is a SMART goal because it is specific (starting early and using a planner), measurable (5 days in advance and task breakdown), achievable (fits into my routine), relevant (helps reduce stress and improve quality of work) and time bound (within 6 months). I will know I've been successful when I consistently submit my assignments on time without last-minute stress and feel more control of my workload.

Something I would like to celebrate is how proud I am of how much my confidence has grown this term, especially in my academic writing and research skills. It feels rewarding to see real improvement and I'm excited to keep building on this progress moving forward. Keeping in mind that I must never forget to be kind to myself. I can do this by taking breaks, getting plenty of rest/sleep and fuelling my body with nourishment to maintain a work/school/life balance that works for me.