Competency Goal 1 Essay

Goal 1: Kimora will stabilize her mood and maintain her safety.

Kimora was in a good mood when the QP met with him for a session.

Kimora commented, "I don't need a lecture I am disappointed in myself because I got all 50s in everyone class except my electives."

Kimora listened as the QP shared what a child's primary job is.

Kimora focused on how to prepare for success by caring properly for her brain, having a positive attitude, be persistent and not give up as well as knowing her learning style.

Kimora acknowledged she could be successful in school if she did not sleep during class, completed her assignments and turned them in, as well as have the necessary supplies that she needs in each class.

Kimora reported, "when I come from afterschool I usually lay on my bed, eat something, and look at stuff on my phone then try to do my homework."

Kimora reflected on successful test taking strategies such as marking the test date on a calendar, begin studying days ahead, make a study plan of what to study, use time master sheet to break down things to study in specific blocks of time, use index cards, quiz yourself before the test, get a good night's sleeps, eat a good breakfast before the test, and drink a glass of water to your brain is hydrated and has