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 listened as the QP shared in order to be successful in school she should study material she didn't understand during school that day, eat brain-healthy snacks and drink water, stay focused to get her work and studying done then pack her bookbag for the next day.

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

fuel.
Kimora made slight progress with stabilizing her mood and maintaining her safety, as indicated by Kimora being in an agitated mood because she failed all of her core classes; however, focused on how she can be successful at school moving forward.

Goal 2: Kimora will maintain strong academic performance.

Kimora listened as the QP suggested Kimora do her homework on the dining room table or in the living room.
Kimora denied wanting to do her homework does place and said, "I do my homework on my bed."
Kimora acknowledged, "there are times she does her homework on her bed and she falls asleep and don't get her homework done"; therefore, the QP suggest she sit on the floor in her room instead of the bed or use another spot.
Kimora commented, "I am failing because you guys come every day, and I cannot do my homework right afterschool", but the QP showed Kimora she was failing first and second quarter before IIH services start, so she has to take responsibilities for her actions.
Kimora focused on studying at 4:30 or 5pm, but said, "that's usually my nap time."
Kimora shared, "I want ice cream, milkshakes, and fries if I do this chart."
Kimora accepted the homework tracking sheet; however, she doesn't think she will utilize it.
Kimora made slight progress with maintaining strong academic performance, as indicated by Kimora creating a homework routine; however, Kimora doesn't feel like it will help her be successful.