A - Affective Skills

• understand and demonstrate self-control and awareness of personal emotions, behaviors, and space
• understand that all people of various groups and cultures are different and all individuals have different feelings
• understand the impact of how positive and negative words, in addition to verbal and nonverbal emotions/actions, can impact others and their feelings
• demonstrate responsible decision making based on the situation, environmental/ social cues, and potential consequences
• develop and maintain positive personal and school relationships
• identify and utilize strategies to prevent or solve interpersonal conflicts
• identify and practice ways to self advocate for academic, personal, and social needs in a respectful and appropriate manner
• develop a goal related to decision making, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, or behavior and monitor progress toward reaching the goal

A - Study Skills

• demonstrate the attitudes and habits necessary for school success, as appropriate to the current course schedule/ grade level
• apply appropriate and effective study and learning strategies for the content area(s) of focus
• set and work towards individual goals
• demonstrate efficient organization and management of time and materials
• utilize a variety of resources and study aids including both print and digital resources
• work independently and in collaboration with others
• demonstrate appropriate and effective test-taking strategies
• demonstrate an understanding of personal learning style strengths and preferences