A group counseling tool to improve academic achievement in middle school students

Includes bibliographical references (pages 38-41)The purpose of this project was to develop a group counseling curriculum using study skills to enhance academic achievement in middle school students. Students who are transitioning from elementary school to middle school often see a drop in their grades. This project consists of a ten week counseling group that enhances the skills necessary to succeed academically. Students will learn organization, effective time management, and goal setting for school work. Students will learn how to be successful in school with emphasis with being on time to class, how to adapt to different teachers, being prepared for each class, being aware of body language, and participating in class and in groups. They will also learn how to take notes, how to read a textbook effectively, how to study for tests, as well as ways to alleviate test anxiety. In order to bring a connection between school and career there will be a brief introduction to possible careers, schooling necessary, and ways to attain those career goals