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~ v 0 u.. ..,...Lr , .; I ('0 yv7 VV' \A U It'T kf:-1 BOYS & GIRLS CWBS OF AMERICA Fact Sheet: Goals for Growth GOAL: WHY: To teach young Club members how to set and achieve goals Building goal-setting skills is an important step in preparing young people for long-term success. WHO: Boys & Girls Club members ages 8-12 WHAT: Goals for Growth teaches Club members skills for setting and achieving goals. The program contains 10 sessions and is designed for use with groups of 12 to 15 members. Members set goals in six areas: Club involvement; discovery of new knowledge, skills or pastimes; service to others; school improvement; personal improvement and career awareness. The program aims to 1) provide guidance and motivation to help members set and achieve at least 20 goals, 2) create opportunities for members to practice the skills necessary to set and achieve goals, and 3) enhance self-esteem through successful goal-setting experiences. Goals for Growth is made up of three components: . Small-group discussions and activities that help members learn about setting goals, obstacles they might encounter and strategies they can use to achieve their goals. Group activities also provide opportunities for members to support and encourage each other as they set new goals and engage in action-oriented fun. . Individual coaching helps members identify realistic goals and plan the steps necessary to achieve them. . Recognition activities monitor and reward members' success in achieving goals and encourage further goal setting. These activities also provide opportunities for members to have fun as they acknowledge or celebrate their achievements. WEB SITE: http://www.bgca.netlPrograms/Education & Career Development CONTACT: Johnny DiBartolo, Director, Career Prep, (404) 487-5898, jdebartolo@bgca.org Goals for Growth Boys & Girls Clubs of America (April 2003)