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Extracurricular activities are those activities that are not the components of the academic curriculum but an integral part of the educational environment. 

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Co-curricular activity means an activity or program that takes place outside of the traditional classroom but in some manner complements academic learning from classroom curriculum. These activities are ungraded and do not allow for academic credit to be earned; however, they provide many advantages to students academically and in skill development.

The role of co-curricular activities in every student’s life is essential. It helps a student flourish in multiple areas of development in a well-structured way.

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The mission of this programme is to ​

• ⁠Improves academic performance of government school children by fueling learning, stimulating creative thought, and building passion in particular subjects.

• ⁠Enhancing social skills, which are important skills to build for college, career, and life in general.

• ⁠To provide students with a chance to build friendships.

• ⁠To promote a positive outlook towards school and future study through an increase in a sense of community at school.

• ⁠To imbibe  time management and organizational skills.

• To  improve confidence and self-esteem through developing proficiency in a particular area.

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Benefits of Co-Curricular Activities

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1.⁠ ⁠Improves Academic Scores
It is the most common myth that if a student participates in co-curricular activities they are likely to perform badly in academics. However, the notion stands completely untrue. Many research papers & report cards of the students are the real proof that the students who are highly active in co-curricular activities also score exceptionally well in their academics.

2.⁠ ⁠Uplifts Self-Confidence
A student must possess the qualities of self-confidence and self-esteem to build a strong academic profile. 
Actively participating in co-curricular activities helps students experiment with their creations and develop something that boosts their confidence. It further helps them to achieve their goals and own a sense of pride. 

3.⁠ ⁠Develop Talent & Skills
Co-curricular activities are the best way to help a student learn and develop new skills. A child gets a chance to discover their inner talent and know what gives their passion a kickstart. They are likely to discover and develop new talents and skills at an appropriate age.

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4.⁠ ⁠Extensive Social Skills
With a huge amount of opportunities to interact with a plethora of students during co-curricular activities, a student is liable to develop extensive social skills. Competitive activities like sports or academic decathlon will also build a strong work ethic and teach a child how to learn and grow from failures.

5.⁠ ⁠Interdisciplinary Skills
There are plenty of essential skills and values that a kid develops over some time.

 

A few of those skills are
Logical and analytical thinking
Problem-solving skills
Leadership qualities
Creative thinking
Critical thinking
Social values
Ethical values
Cultural Values
Personality Development
Technological skills
Emotional skills
Logical reasoning
Communication skills

 

Conclusion

The importance of co-curricular activities in a student’s life cannot be denied as it makes learning an exciting opportunity for them. These activities help the students relax, rejuvenate, and enhance their creative skills.

 

It gets child excited about going to school

When a child finds an extracurricular activity they feel passionately about, chances are they’ll find themselves looking forward to going to school each day.

Students who participate in extracurriculars are more likely to have a positive perception of their school, which in turn can lead to better academic performance. In 2019, a study in the Excellence in Education Journal found that 56.9% of students participating in extracurriculars had a positive opinion of their school, compared to only 37.5% of students not participating in extracurriculars.

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