I usually get good grades in all my classes, but the thing that has always brought my grade down has been class participation. This school year I plan on answering more in class by raising my hand or even asking questions. Last year if I did not understand something, I did not ask questions which also hurt my grade. If I do not understand something I am going to ask questions this way I am prepared for tests and I can get a good grade. Doing this will not only help me reach my goal, but also improve on some of my grades. Working on class participation will also help me be more focused. There were times last year where I was tired or zoned off so I got called on and did not know the answer. This year, a goal is to know the material we are learning in class so I can answer the questions and actually know the answers instead of guessing or getting called on randomly. By looking at past experiences, my goals this year will help me become a successful eighth grader and have an effective