Self-Determination

Research shows that a student's life after high school will be greatly determined by the self-determination skills they develop. These skills empower students to have a "voice" in their lives and move to greater independence. Living a self-determined life means being capable and acting that way daily.

• Self-Determination: "Acting as the primary causal agent in one's life and making decisions and choices regarding one's quality of life free from undue external influence or interference."

  • In-depth Handout

  • Simple Handout

  • Brochure

• Self-Determination Continuum

• Self Determination Online Assessments

• 40 Developmental Assets

  • • Self-Determination Skills:

1. Self-advocacy

   • Strategies

2. Goal setting

   • Strategies

3. Self-efficacy: believing in yourself to achieve goals

   • Strategies

4. Self-awareness

   • Strategies

5. Choice making

   • Strategies

6. Problem solving

   • Strategies

7. Self-regulation: assessing your behavior and making changes if needed

   • Strategies

8. Decision making

   • Strategies

9. Risk taking and safety

   • Strategies

• 19 Ways to Step Back and assist students developing self-determination skills

• Self-Advocacy Checklist

  • Elementary

  • Secondary

  • RRISD Transition Services Brochure