Saturday, October 2, 2010
Extracurricular Activities
I am an avid sports fanatic. I grew up in a private school system that provided extracurricular activities such as sports to participate in. We had volleyball, basketball, soccer, cheerleading, etc. We would play against other private schools during the season. Why aren't there extracurricular sports provided in the public school system here in Mobile? I know at our school we have Archery, but some of the students aren't interested in that sport. Do you think that our public school systems should sponsor extracurricular sports for these students? Why or Why Not? Why do you think they aren't already providing them with these activities?
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Are you asking whether or not public schools should offer intramural sports, like at universities? Or offer a more diverse selection of sports for more students to engage in? Well it mainly boils down to funding with the schools in Mobile. I mean if our school districts have a hard time retaining teachers after one year, then how are they going offer any other type of sports for students to engage in? But no I completely agree that our schools need to start offering a bit more diverse selection of activities for students to compete in rather than football, baseball, and basketball. However, the main problem that faces these activities is money.
ReplyDeleteI believe that public schools should offer extracurricular sports for the student body. Sports can have a profound effect on a young person’s life and help to give self confidence. I also believe that being part of a team allows a young person to experience and work for something bigger then themselves. The reason why these extracurricular activities are not a popular as once before is most likely based on lack of funds. I have heard of some schools starting to charge parents if their child competes in an afterschool activity which is certainly a way to reduce costs.
ReplyDeleteAt my school we offer football, basketball, track, volleyball, cheer leading, and baseball to our students and these teams do compete against other schools. Our principal is extremely supportive of any extracurricular activities, all you have to do is ask him if he agrees with the idea of it and then find a sponsor. I don't believe that these sports have anything to do with funding, it has more to do with administrator support and sponsorship. If the administrator does not want to spend extra time attending each event (which is a requirement) then schools begin losing out.
ReplyDeleteI think most schools offer the major sports as extra curricular activies, but I wish there was enough funding and facilities to offer a variety of life time sports like swimming, tennis, bowling, badminton, etc. Things students could continue to play or participate in after they get out of school.
ReplyDeletePublic schools should offer extra curricular activities. I think that most school does offer a variety of activities but they have a lack of funding and faculty support. Students need the help and support of the teachers for encouragement and guidance. By showing the students that they are involved can also help student with their academics and do well in the classroom. Many students don't have the support of family and the faculty may be the only people they look to for that support
ReplyDeleteThough I am from the Birmingham area, I think that schools should offer extracurricular activities. I think that these activities can offer students who might not be "good at school" to shine in another activity. It also offers students a safe place to build relationships and model peer interactions that will help them in the future.
ReplyDeleteI believe that all public schools should offer and make accessible extracurricular activities for all interested students. Obviously limited by funding; activities should be consistent with offerings at other schools within the district and state. Although not all activities possible could ever be offered, those that are would provide students with an alternative method for social networking (outside the classroom) in a safe, encouraging and structured environment; while enhancing student collaboration, communication skills, and creative modes for expression. I have always considered extracurricular activities as an extension of the classroom, tapping into addition learning styles or expressions; and no less important for student learning development than “hitting the books.” Student, guardian and teacher involvement in fundraising can go a long way in off-setting any fiscal issues of the day (ever remember when there were no $$ issues?), proceeds earned at the “gate” by charging those who can afford it, and efficient disbursement of public funds for such activities; a bell-balanced committee of teachers and administrators could very well “spread-the-wealth” equitably and evenly to fund all activities offered.
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