Middle School Co-Curriculars
Why Now?
The transition from elementary to middle and middle to high school
is a big change. It’s a time when students are getting a feel for which
activities suit them best. Co-curricular participation is a smart move
now because it offers a variety of new options and gives young people
the chance to see what fits their personalities. Middle school is the
perfect chance to try a variety of clubs and activities before the fast
pace of high school schedules kick in to high gear.
What’s the Value?
In middle school, it’s all about options. As this
PBS article
explains, the huge variety of co-curriculars is a real bonus. Getting
involved in activities outside the classroom allows this age group to:
- Try something new
- Gain multi-tasking skills for high school
- Further develop sportsmanship skills
- Learn how to better manage time
- Decide which options to pursue in high school
What are the Options?
At Einstein, Madison and Wilson, students are exposed to all kinds of co-curriculars. Offerings may include things like:
- Band
- Basketball
- Chorus
- Cross Country
- Exploratory Music
- Football
- Orchestra
- School Musical
- Softball
- Student Council
- Track
- Wrestling
- Yearbook
Looking for Co-Curricular options at your middle school?
