Rebeja Alexandrina What are Extracurricular Activities?
Between school and
downtime, most kids and teens do one or more extracurricular activities. Benefits of Extracurricular Activities
Build teamwork and problem-
solving skills Cultivate self-esteem and confidence Develop a strong work ethic Encourage superior academic performance Types of Extracurricular Activities
Sports are the most
common extracurricular activity. The exercise involved in most sports improves teens’ health, strength, emotional balance, and life years. Scouting
Scouting groups are
a great choice for kids who enjoy nature and are willing to try a variety of activities. Scouts learn basic outdoor survival skills. PERFORMING ARTS
Many schools and
community theaters put on plays and other performances that students can participate. Music Band and choir are popular elective courses in many schools. Students can also get private lessons or join a community youth orchestra or other music groups. Extracurricular activities can help you build professional skills, and skills that cannot be learned in a school environment. They can help expand your social circle and also allow you to pursue your interests. Combnating school and extracurriculars encourages and builds good time management skills. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION!