Guidance


 * WATERTOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS**
 * STANDARDS-BASED STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES MIDDLE SCHOOL**

The Learning Outcomes for Guidance are listed in 3 separate domains: Learning, Personal and Career.

**Learning** By the end of Middle School, the student will be able to:


 * Understand one’s strengths and how to learn most effectively
 * Understand the school environment and what is expected.
 * Develop good study habits and routines

**Personal** By the end of Middle School, the student will be able to:
 * Develop a positive self-concept and appreciate one’s own capabilities
 * Exhibit positive attitudes towards school, family and self
 * Learn how to manage conflict
 * Learn coping skills regarding adolescent issues

**Career** By the end of Middle School, the student will be able to:
 * Understand the school curriculum and the impact course selection will have on future plans
 * Learn to set realistic goals and develop strategies to reach them
 * Learn about the world of work and how it relates to personal interests and abilities