SPECIAL NEEDS BY STATE IN FLORIDA · FREE SAMPLE · FICTIONAL EXAMPLE
Progress & goals tracker
This sample shows: separate goals, dated observations, different levels of support, and useful next steps.
Learner: Alex · Record excerpt: September 14–28, 2026. These are fictional parent observations, not an assessment.
Example goals
- Shape matching: Match a circle, square, and triangle to the same shape using the established response method.
- One-step directions: Carry out a familiar instruction with the communication and access supports in the learning plan.
- Making a choice: Indicate a preferred activity using speech, pointing, signs, or established AAC.
Dated observations
| Date / goal | Outcome | What happened / support used |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 14 · Shapes | With support | Matched 1 of 3 shapes after a model and a verbal cue. Presented one pair at a time. |
| Sep 21 · Shapes | With support | Matched 2 of 3 independently; matched the triangle after a model. Used the same response choices. |
| Sep 28 · Shapes | Independently | Matched all 3 on this occasion with the usual access supports available. Repeat observation in a different activity before drawing conclusions. |
| Sep 14 · Directions | Needs more practice | The spoken direction alone was not enough. Paused and demonstrated the action rather than repeating it more loudly. |
| Sep 21 · Directions | With support | Put the book in the basket after a visual cue. Kept the instruction to one step. |
| Sep 28 · Directions | With support | Put a picture on the board after the same visual cue. Still needs the cue in this example. |
| Sep 21 · Choice | With support | Selected music from two activities after a partner pointed out both choices. |
| Sep 28 · Choice | Independently | Selected drawing from two available activities using established AAC. The choice was honored. |
A useful next observation
Offer a different set of familiar shapes and record the help actually needed. For directions, keep the visual cue available and note whether Alex initiates the action before or after it. Do not treat one successful observation as mastery.