Why is getting involved so important? There are many things that students could do to be more involved, both in school and out. Sports, clubs, and music are great ways to be more involved with your community and peers, and to meet new people with common interests. Getting involved in things like sports encourages physical activity in children, which may lower the chances of depression and some health problems. However, sports aren’t for everyone, so what else is there?
Musical arts are a great place for students who are interested in music and rhythm or are looking for a new challenge. Learning how to read music and play an instrument helps develop children’s brains and can increase IQ as well as concentration skills. Students who study music may also do better in school and earn higher grades than students with no musical experience.
IN SCHOOLS
School is a great place to start participating in clubs and activities. Many schools offer sports or music programs, and some other activities that students can join. However, some schools have a fee to join, which may include the price of equipment, uniforms, or supplies relevant to the activity. This prevents some students from being able to join an activity that they may have been interested in. Clubs and activities could be an important part of a child’s life because meeting new people, finding friends, and being active are important for children and teens. So, by making these activities more accessible to more students, they will have more opportunities to do better in both school and their general lives.
IN DOHERTY
Doherty offers many clubs and activities that students can join. There are always new clubs being created, and there is one for everyone, whatever your interests are. Some clubs include Photo Club, Pokémon Club, Theatre Club, and a newly founded club, Girls who Code. Sports and musical arts are also things that students at Doherty could join to be involved.
AT HOME
It is a little bit more difficult to join an activity outside of school. Most places require fees that are higher than those at a school, and some may not offer supplies, so you would have to buy them separately. However, if you can find something that you are interested in within your price range, you might want to consider joining. Joining an activity may also be a great way for you to get out of the house and see other places, which is good for everyone to do.
Volunteer work is a good way for teens to get more involved within their communities. Getting to meet people and see new things in the community could be good for teens. Volunteer hours also look good on a resume for future jobs you may want.
So, if you’re bored, or just looking for something to do in your free time, consider joining a club or activity, it could be good for you and your health.
