Composition & Essay Writing . ( 11 )

Composition & Essay Writing . ( 11 ) 

4-] Participation In Extracurricular Activities .

Most parents want to see their children get involved in some sort of extracurricular activity or hobby such as scouting , music , sports , art – the list is endless . The student’s participation in school activities such as sports , theater , art music etc. makes the school tolerable for him or her . In these activities groups , the student is able to find others who are like him or her and who share his or her interests . He or she learns about effort and team work .

              Participation in activities helps the student to make friends . Students participation in extracurricular activities such as drama , sport , debating and community work can be important in their overall encouragement with school and may be related to positive educational outcomes . In Australia high achieving students participated more often in extracurricular activities except for sport in which participation rates were much the same for students across all achievement levels .

                  Students who underachieve in their academic subjects in school may excel in their extracurricular activities . So these activities can make a tremendous difference in their lives . They may change their tendency . Some may be taken to be artists , sportsmen , actors , musicians , writers etc. motivated by school activities . They are a field to detect talents .

                Extracurricular activities can empower students to make their own decisions and help them gain vital experience and skills to lead them on the path to their future .

                Extracurricular activities are also a good way to explore social , political and career interests . They help students to gain experience in a variety of areas that will enhance their future . Through participation in sports and scouts students learn cooperation , team work and time management . They help student discover hidden talents , meet people and learn about things outside their own environment . Time away from the school day through participation in activities can also serve as an outlet for stress and a way to build confidence and self-esteem .