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74 goals
Given a randomized set of all 26 lowercase letters, [Student] will produce the most common sound for each letter with 90% accuracy in 4 out of 5 consecutive trials, as measured by teacher-collected data by [date].
Measured with Curriculum-based measurement, teacher data sheets
Given a list of 20 unfamiliar consonant-vowel-consonant (CVC) words, [Student] will decode them aloud with at least 85% accuracy on 3 consecutive weekly probes, as measured by curriculum-based measurement by [date].
Measured with Weekly CBM probes
Given a grade-level passage, [Student] will read aloud at a rate of [target] words correct per minute with fewer than 5 errors, improving from a baseline of [current level] WCPM, on 3 consecutive weekly probes by [date].
Measured with Timed oral reading fluency probes (WCPM)
After reading an instructional-level passage, [Student] will answer literal comprehension questions (who, what, where, when) with 80% accuracy in 4 out of 5 opportunities, as measured by teacher records and work samples by [date].
Measured with Comprehension question sets, work samples
Given a grade-level informational text, [Student] will identify the main idea and provide at least two supporting details with 80% accuracy in 4 out of 5 trials, as measured by graphic organizers and teacher data by [date].
Measured with Graphic organizers, rubric scoring
Given a high-school-level text, [Student] will make an inference and cite textual evidence to support it, scoring at least 3 out of 4 on a rubric in 4 out of 5 opportunities by [date].
Measured with 4-point rubric, work samples
Given a picture prompt and a word bank, [Student] will write a complete sentence containing a subject and predicate with correct capitalization and ending punctuation in 4 out of 5 trials, as measured by work samples by [date].
Measured with Work samples scored with checklist
Given a topic and a graphic organizer, [Student] will write a paragraph with a topic sentence, at least three detail sentences, and a concluding sentence, scoring 4 out of 5 on a writing rubric in 3 consecutive samples by [date].
Measured with 5-point writing rubric
Given a writing prompt and planning time, [Student] will compose a three-paragraph essay with an introduction, body, and conclusion, scoring at least 12 out of 16 on the class writing rubric in 3 out of 4 samples by [date].
Measured with 16-point analytic rubric
Given a first draft and an editing checklist, [Student] will independently identify and correct at least 80% of capitalization, punctuation, and spelling errors in 4 out of 5 samples, as measured by work samples by [date].
Measured with Editing checklist, work samples
Given numerals 0–20 in random order, [Student] will name each numeral and count out a matching set of objects with 90% accuracy in 4 out of 5 trials, as measured by teacher data by [date].
Measured with Teacher-collected trial data
Given 10 mixed addition and subtraction problems within 20 and access to manipulatives, [Student] will solve with at least 85% accuracy on 3 consecutive weekly probes by [date].
Measured with Weekly math probes
Given 10 multi-digit addition and subtraction problems with regrouping, [Student] will compute answers with 80% accuracy, improving from a baseline of [current level], on 3 consecutive probes by [date].
Measured with Curriculum-based math probes
Given a one-step word problem read aloud if requested, [Student] will identify the operation, solve, and label the answer with 80% accuracy in 4 out of 5 trials, as measured by work samples by [date].
Measured with Work samples, teacher data
Given 10 problems involving comparing, adding, or subtracting fractions with unlike denominators, [Student] will solve with 75% accuracy on 3 consecutive bi-weekly probes by [date].
Measured with Bi-weekly probes
Given a real-world scenario involving money, percentages, or measurement, [Student] will set up and solve the problem with 80% accuracy in 4 out of 5 opportunities, as measured by work samples and teacher data by [date].
Measured with Performance tasks, work samples
During structured and unstructured activities, [Student] will request desired items or actions using spoken words, signs, or an AAC device in 8 out of 10 opportunities across 3 consecutive sessions, as measured by SLP and teacher data by [date].
Measured with Frequency data across settings
[Student] will produce target speech sounds correctly at the conversation level with 80% accuracy across 3 consecutive sessions in the therapy setting and 2 classroom observations, as measured by SLP data by [date].
Measured with SLP session data, classroom observation
Given a short passage or classroom discussion, [Student] will answer who, what, where, when, and why questions with 80% accuracy in 4 out of 5 sessions, as measured by SLP and teacher data by [date].
Measured with Structured question probes
During structured peer conversations, [Student] will initiate a topic, take at least 3 balanced conversational turns, and stay on topic in 4 out of 5 observed conversations across 3 consecutive weeks by [date].
Measured with Observation checklist
Given visual supports, [Student] will identify their current emotion and choose an appropriate coping strategy from a choice board in 4 out of 5 opportunities, as measured by teacher and counselor data by [date].
Measured with Opportunity-based data collection
When feeling frustrated or overwhelmed, [Student] will independently use a taught coping strategy (deep breathing, break card, counting) instead of leaving the area or raising their voice in 80% of observed incidents across 4 consecutive weeks by [date].
Measured with Incident tracking, ABC data
During cooperative activities, [Student] will engage positively with peers — sharing materials, using respectful language, and accepting feedback — in 4 out of 5 observed sessions, as measured by observation rubric by [date].
Measured with Observation rubric
[Student] will appropriately self-advocate by requesting help, clarification, or an accommodation when needed in 80% of observed opportunities across 3 consecutive weeks, as measured by teacher data and student self-report by [date].
Measured with Teacher log, self-monitoring sheet
During independent work periods, [Student] will remain on task for [target] consecutive minutes with no more than one prompt, improving from a baseline of [current level] minutes, in 4 out of 5 observed sessions by [date].
Measured with Momentary time sampling
Given a one- or two-step direction, [Student] will begin complying within 10 seconds without additional prompts in 80% of opportunities across 3 consecutive weeks, as measured by teacher data by [date].
Measured with Latency and frequency data
When frustrated with a task, [Student] will request a break using a break card or verbal request instead of engaging in task refusal or disruption in 80% of observed incidents across 4 consecutive weeks, as measured by ABC data by [date].
Measured with ABC / incident data
[Student] will transition between activities or classes within the allotted time with no more than one adult prompt in 90% of transitions across 2 consecutive weeks, as measured by transition tracking data by [date].
Measured with Transition tracking sheet
At the start of each work period, [Student] will gather all required materials and begin the assigned task within 3 minutes with no more than one reminder in 80% of observed periods across 3 consecutive weeks by [date].
Measured with Observation checklist
[Student] will record assignments in a planner or digital tracker and submit completed work on time for 80% of assignments per grading period, improving from a baseline of [current level]%, as measured by planner checks and the gradebook by [date].
Measured with Planner checks, gradebook data
Given a multi-step assignment, [Student] will independently break it into steps with target dates and complete each step according to the plan in 4 out of 5 assignments, as measured by planning documents and teacher review by [date].
Measured with Planning template, teacher review
Using a proper pencil grasp, [Student] will write all uppercase and lowercase letters legibly with correct formation, size, and line placement in 4 out of 5 work samples, as measured by OT and teacher data by [date].
Measured with Handwriting samples, OT rubric
[Student] will cut along straight, curved, and zigzag lines within 1/4 inch of the line using appropriate scissor grasp in 4 out of 5 trials, as measured by OT data and work samples by [date].
Measured with OT trial data, work samples
[Student] will type at a rate of [target] words per minute with 90% accuracy using correct finger placement, improving from a baseline of [current level] WPM, on 3 consecutive timed samples by [date].
Measured with Timed typing samples
Upon arrival, [Student] will independently complete the morning routine (unpack, hand in folder, begin morning work) with no more than one visual prompt in 4 out of 5 school days across 3 consecutive weeks by [date].
Measured with Routine checklist
When asked, [Student] will state or produce their full name, address, phone number, and an emergency contact with 100% accuracy in 3 consecutive weekly checks by [date].
Measured with Weekly verbal/written checks
Given a shopping scenario with a set budget, [Student] will select items, calculate the total cost, and determine whether the purchase is within budget with 80% accuracy in 4 out of 5 community-based or simulated trials by [date].
Measured with Performance-based trials
In a school-based or community work setting, [Student] will follow a task list of at least 5 steps, ask for help when needed, and complete assigned tasks with 85% independence across 4 consecutive sessions, as measured by job coach data by [date].
Measured with Job coach data, task analysis
Given 10 spoken one-syllable words, [Student] will segment each word into individual phonemes and blend segmented phonemes into a whole word with 85% accuracy on 3 consecutive weekly probes by [date].
Measured with Phonemic-awareness probe sheets
Given a list of 20 unfamiliar two- and three-syllable words, [Student] will mark syllable divisions and decode each word aloud with 85% accuracy on 3 consecutive weekly probes by [date].
Measured with Weekly decoding probes
After reading a grade-level informational text, [Student] will write an objective summary that states the central idea and at least 3 key details, scoring 4 out of 5 on a summary rubric in 4 out of 5 trials by [date].
Measured with Summary rubric, reading work samples
Given a functional text such as a job posting, schedule, form, or set of directions, [Student] will locate required information and answer application questions with 90% accuracy in 4 out of 5 trials by [date].
Measured with Performance-based functional reading tasks
Given a 3-picture sequence and a beginning-middle-end organizer, [Student] will write or dictate a narrative containing all 3 events in logical order and at least one temporal word in 4 out of 5 samples by [date].
Measured with Narrative checklist, writing samples
Given an opinion prompt and planning organizer, [Student] will state a clear opinion and support it with at least 2 relevant reasons, scoring 4 out of 5 on a writing rubric in 3 consecutive samples by [date].
Measured with Opinion-writing rubric
Given a text-dependent question and source passage, [Student] will write a response with a claim, 2 relevant pieces of textual evidence, and an explanation, scoring at least 12 out of 16 on 3 consecutive samples by [date].
Measured with 16-point constructed-response rubric
Given a school or workplace scenario, [Student] will compose a clear email with an appropriate subject, greeting, purpose, supporting details, and closing, meeting 5 out of 6 rubric criteria in 4 out of 5 trials by [date].
Measured with Functional-writing rubric, saved writing samples
Given 10 pairs of numbers from 0 to 100 and access to a place-value chart, [Student] will identify the greater number and explain the comparison using tens and ones with 85% accuracy on 3 consecutive probes by [date].
Measured with Place-value skill probes
Given a 3-minute probe of mixed multiplication and division facts through 12, [Student] will answer at least [target] items correctly with 90% accuracy on 3 consecutive weekly probes by [date].
Measured with Timed computation probes
Given 8 real-world ratio or proportion problems, [Student] will select a representation, solve, and label the answer with 80% accuracy on 3 consecutive bi-weekly probes by [date].
Measured with Standards-aligned math probes, work samples
Given 10 one- and two-variable linear equations and a reference sheet, [Student] will solve and verify each solution with 80% accuracy on 3 consecutive weekly probes by [date].
Measured with Algebra skill probes
Given a spoken 2-step classroom direction with visual support available, [Student] will complete both steps in the correct order without repetition in 8 out of 10 opportunities across 3 consecutive sessions by [date].
Measured with SLP and teacher opportunity data
Given a picture, event, or curriculum topic, [Student] will produce a complete sentence using correct pronouns, verb tense, and word order in 8 out of 10 opportunities across 3 consecutive sessions by [date].
Measured with Language sample analysis, structured probes
Given a social scenario, [Student] will identify another person's likely perspective and generate an appropriate response with 80% accuracy in 4 out of 5 sessions by [date].
Measured with Pragmatic-language scenario rubric
During academic, community, or vocational activities, [Student] will clearly explain a need and request an appropriate support, clarification, or accommodation in 4 out of 5 observed opportunities across 4 weeks by [date].
Measured with Observation checklist, student self-monitoring
During structured play with a peer, [Student] will take turns, share materials, and accept one change to the play plan with no more than one adult prompt in 4 out of 5 sessions by [date].
Measured with Play-based observation checklist
Given a real or role-played peer conflict, [Student] will state the problem, identify 2 possible solutions, and choose a respectful response in 4 out of 5 opportunities across 4 weeks by [date].
Measured with Counselor problem-solving rubric
Following a frustrating event, [Student] will use a selected regulation strategy and return to the expected activity within [target] minutes in 80% of observed incidents across 4 consecutive weeks by [date].
Measured with Duration data, regulation strategy log
During transition-planning activities, [Student] will identify a personal strength, a support need, and one related postsecondary goal, then communicate them during 4 out of 5 planning opportunities by [date].
Measured with Student-led planning rubric, portfolio artifacts
When access to an item or activity is delayed, [Student] will keep hands and feet safe and use a taught request or waiting strategy in 80% of observed opportunities across 4 consecutive weeks by [date].
Measured with ABC data, replacement-behavior frequency
Given an independent assignment broken into visible steps, [Student] will complete at least 80% of assigned steps with no more than 2 adult prompts in 4 out of 5 work periods across 3 weeks by [date].
Measured with Task-completion and prompt-level data
When signs of escalation occur, [Student] will use the agreed de-escalation plan and return to the instructional setting within [target] minutes in 4 out of 5 incidents across 4 weeks by [date].
Measured with Incident duration data, re-entry checklist
At the start of class or a vocational period, [Student] will arrive on time with required materials and begin the opening task within 3 minutes in 90% of periods across 4 consecutive weeks by [date].
Measured with Arrival and readiness tracking sheet
Given a visual first-then plan and a developmentally appropriate task, [Student] will remain engaged for [target] minutes and complete the task with no more than one prompt in 4 out of 5 sessions by [date].
Measured with Duration data, task-completion checklist
Given a 3-step academic direction and access to a note-taking strategy, [Student] will complete all steps in order without an adult reminder in 4 out of 5 opportunities across 3 weeks by [date].
Measured with Direction-following task analysis
Given a multi-part assignment, [Student] will estimate the time needed, set 2 progress checkpoints, and finish within 20% of the planned time in 4 out of 5 assignments by [date].
Measured with Planning sheets, completion-time records
Given a list of current assignments and deadlines, [Student] will prioritize tasks, select the first action, and begin within 5 minutes in 4 out of 5 weekly planning checks by [date].
Measured with Priority plans, teacher or case-manager review
Given a near-point model of 6 basic shapes or block designs, [Student] will copy each with correct orientation and spatial placement in 5 out of 6 trials across 3 consecutive sessions by [date].
Measured with Visual-motor trial data, saved products
Given clothing or practice materials with buttons, zippers, and snaps, [Student] will open and close each fastener independently in 4 out of 5 trials across 3 consecutive sessions by [date].
Measured with OT task-analysis data
Given a 10-minute classroom writing task, [Student] will maintain a functional grasp and produce legible writing for the full interval with no more than one rest break in 4 out of 5 samples by [date].
Measured with Timed writing samples, OT endurance log
Given a classroom document-editing task, [Student] will use keyboard shortcuts, cursor control, and selection tools to complete 5 required edits with 90% accuracy in 4 out of 5 trials by [date].
Measured with Digital task-analysis checklist
Given a visual or written hygiene checklist, [Student] will complete the identified routine in the correct sequence with no more than one prompt in 4 out of 5 opportunities across 3 weeks by [date].
Measured with Hygiene task-analysis checklist
Given a visual recipe and prepared ingredients, [Student] will follow all safety rules and complete at least 6 of 7 meal-preparation steps independently in 4 consecutive trials by [date].
Measured with Performance-based cooking task analysis
Given a destination and access to a transit schedule or map, [Student] will identify the route, departure time, fare, and one safety or backup step with 90% accuracy in 4 out of 5 simulations by [date].
Measured with Community-navigation simulation rubric
During a school-based or community work experience, [Student] will greet a supervisor, clarify directions when needed, and report task completion using expected workplace language in 4 out of 5 observed shifts by [date].
Measured with Job-coach observation checklist
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Weekly fluency probes (WCPM)