Reflect on freshman year

Overview

Before starting sophomore year, take time to reflect on what you learned and how you grew as a freshman.

Reflection Questions

Academics

• What were your strongest subjects?
• Where did you struggle?
• What study strategies worked best?
• What would you do differently?

Activities

• Which activities did you enjoy most?
• Where did you make the biggest impact?
• What might your "spike" be?
• What leadership do you want to pursue?

Personal Growth

• How did you change this year?
• What challenges did you overcome?
• What are you most proud of?
• What did you learn about yourself?

Relationships

• Who supported you?
• What teacher relationships did you build?
• How did you contribute to your community?

Setting Sophomore Year Goals

Academic Goals

• GPA targets
• Course performance
• Study habit improvements
• Classes to excel in

Activity Goals

• Leadership positions to pursue
• Activities to deepen or drop
• New things to try
• Impact to make

Personal Goals

• Skills to develop
• Habits to build
• Balance to maintain
• Growth to achieve

Creating Your Plan

What Will You Do Differently?

Based on your reflection, what specific changes will you make?

What Will You Continue?

What worked well that you want to maintain?

What Support Do You Need?

• From parents
• From teachers
• From counselors
• From friends

Documenting Your Reflection

Write down:

• Key lessons learned
• Goals for next year
• Action steps to take

Encouraging Thought

Every experience — good and challenging — taught you something. Use it all!