Pros of extracurricular activities include the opportunity for students to explore their own interests outside of school, the ability to learn responsibility, and a better shot at attending college. Cons include the decreased amount of time for studying as well as the students added pressure and increased fatigue.
Extracurricular activities also build character. Extracurricular sports give kids a chance to learn teamwork, commitment, and leadership. Kids also get a chance to exercise and stay busy from the time they finish school until their parents get home. Extracurricular activities also provide students with something to do during the summer.
One con for the student’s family is the cost affiliated with extracurricular activities, which often involve costs that the school doesn’t cover, including the cost of uniforms, registration fees, and equipment.