Evaluating goals is a common occurrence in our daily lives. We consistently measure our progress and determine if a change is needed to continue our growth. As a special education teacher, I am assessing my students' progress towards their IEP (individualized education plan) on a daily basis and planning for future goals yearly. I encourage my students to have their own goals in their personal lives, just as I do. I personally have goals for myself as an individual, educator and student. Below you will find some reflective essays that I have completed during my final semester of my graduate program. The first essay reflects on my goals prior to entering the Masters of Arts in Education program. The second essay is a compilation of my future goals. Finally, the synthesis is a compilation of my experiences thus far.