At NES, CCAs are fun as well as important, and there are a variety of them for you to choose from. They show who you are as a person and highlight the things you like and find interesting. CCAs help you focus on a skill that you enjoy, whether it’s a sport you play, the arts you appreciate, or one of many others, such as creative writing, coding, robotics, or Waterloo Maths.
A main factor for joining CCA’s is the help they provide in preparation for future opportunities. Many universities search for applicants who take part in many extracurricular activities and clubs which add depth to your application as well as prove that you have gained experiences that are valuable for many future career options. Many CCA’s often present leadership positions which allow you to develop essential leadership and teamwork skills. They help students learn how to manage projects and make tough decisions for themselves and others; which can be highlighted on future applications and resumes.
They can also help in your personal growth in ways like building your confidence (by taking part in performance clubs such as drama and public speaking) and your resilience, teaching you the ability to withstand adversity and be able to quickly recover from difficult events.
Furthermore, clubs can provide significant social connections and allow you to meet a variety of people with similar interests, making it easier to develop strong friendships. A supportive network like this can help students have a more positive experience during their school life and help them smoothly navigate through challenges.
Joining ISACK teams and after-school sports clubs is one of the most common activities around the school. These not only help with your physical fitness but have a range of other benefits that students use. Being in a team is one of the most efficient ways to learn how to work together and communicate healthily. It teaches you how to rely on one another, solve conflicts together as a team and share responsibilities whilst supporting each other. Sports are one of the most effective stress relievers as physical activities are proven to improve moods, reduce anxiety, present scholarship opportunities and enhance your college applications. Overall, they give far more benefits than just physical activity. Sports CCA’s offer students a chance to bond with peers and give them the experience of learning a new sport or continuing with the sport they love.
In conclusion, joining an after-school club is more than just an hour after school. CCA’s can give you the experience and knowledge of a lifetime; they encourage you to step out of your comfort zones, have new experiences and embrace new challenges while you earn cherished memories.
