Why Extracurricular Activities Is Important

Imagine: it is your first day at a new school. You feel anxious- you do not know anyone or where your classes are. All you can concentrate on are your previous friendships and school. You continue to focus on getting to the end of your school day. Why? Practice. Or, maybe you are going to attend a meeting for a club or activity. This extracurricular is the first time you feel you can actually enjoy your time in this new environment. You know that, within this activity, you have the opportunity to form new friendships and meet plenty of new people who share similar interests as you. You know that this will be your chance to finally feel welcomed- involved. It is through this activity that you are finally starting to enjoy this new school. You begin looking forward to it each day. But, what you do not know is, …show more content…
Students learning about commitment are sought after more than those who do not understand the importance of commitment (Pilgrim par .7). Susan Newman, a psychologist from New Jersey, when talking about the influence of extracurricular activities says, “You’re developing a sense of commitment to whatever you’re doing. Commitment and loyalty are things you need throughout life” (Anastasia par. 14). Newman believes that long term commitment as well as other important skills are necessary for a successful life. While learning pertinent skills needed for life, students also learn capabilities that are specific to their future career. For example, if a student were to work as a translator, he or she can join a language club provided by his or her school (“Extracurricular” par. 6). Students may not realize it, but what they are learning now continues to be relevant through their whole life. The importance of committing to what they are doing is not just to learn the skill of commitment, but to learn multiple other skills needed for a successful