Sample IEP Goals for ADHD

### Goal 1: Enhance Focus and Attention
- **Objective 1.1:** Within the next 3 months, the student will successfully maintain attention on assigned tasks for a span of 20 minutes, measured through teacher observations and feedback during classroom activities.
- **Objective 1.2:** Over the next 6 months, the student will independently utilize self-monitoring strategies, such as checklists or visual cues, to remain focused during individual work time in 4 out of 5 opportunities.

### Goal 2: Improve Organizational Skills
- **Objective 2.1:** In the coming 3 months, the student will consistently use an organizational tool, such as a planner or an app, to track assignments and due dates, with accuracy assessed through regular checks of the tool.
- **Objective 2.2:** Over the next 6 months, the student will maintain a neat personal workspace and keep track of belongings, with successful demonstration of this skill in 8 out of 10 observed instances.

### Goal 3: Enhance Social Interactions
- **Objective 3.1:** Within 3 months, the student will engage in appropriate turn-taking behaviors in group activities, successfully demonstrating this skill in 4 out of 5 opportunities as noted by the teacher.
- **Objective 3.2:** Over 6 months, the student will use appropriate strategies to join ongoing group activities or conversations successfully in 8 out of 10 attempts, monitored through teacher observations and feedback.

### Goal 4: Develop Emotional Regulation Skills
- **Objective 4.1:** In the next 6 months, the student will identify and use two self-calming techniques when experiencing frustration, demonstrating the ability to use these techniques independently in 90% of opportunities.
- **Objective 4.2:** Over the next 6 months, the student will express feelings and emotions appropriately, avoiding negative behaviors in 9 out of 10 instances, as observed by the teacher or counselor.

### Goal 5: Improve Handwriting and Fine Motor Skills
- **Objective 5.1:** Over the next 3 months, the student will improve handwriting legibility through consistent use of strategies such as proper grip and slow and controlled writing in 4 out of 5 written assignments.
- **Objective 5.2:** Within 6 months, the student will complete fine motor tasks (such as cutting, drawing, and writing) with increased accuracy and control in 8 out of 10 observed opportunities.