Extracurricular Activities

Niklas Krantz, a coordinator with the Huron River Watershed Council, laughs with students during the council’s annual “Insect Identification Day” in Ann Arbor, Mich.
Niklas Krantz, a coordinator with the Huron River Watershed Council, laughs with students during the council’s annual “Insect Identification Day” in Ann Arbor, Mich.
Sylvia Jarrus for Education Week
Science Photos Students Become ‘Citizen Scientists’ to Conduct Research on Bugs
Citizen science is a method of involving students and community members in scientific research and exploration.
Education Week Photo Staff, July 9, 2019
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Jemma Walker, a rising 7th grader, pitches her lemonade to customers entering a Krogers grocery on Lemonade Day last month in southern Indianapolis.
Jemma Walker, a rising 7th grader, pitches her lemonade to customers entering a Krogers grocery on Lemonade Day last month in southern Indianapolis.
Swikar Patel/Education Week
Student Well-Being How the Humble Lemonade Stand Is Becoming a Pipeline for Young Entrepreneurs
A nonprofit organization, working with clubs and after-school groups, is remaking an old-fashioned childhood pastime to nurture the nation’s next generation of entrepreneurs.
Sarah D. Sparks, July 24, 2018
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Student Well-Being Opinion Politics Belong in the High School Debate Club
Many teachers are afraid to address politically charged topics; high school debate teams shouldn't be, writes Stefan Bauschard.
Stefan Bauschard, January 6, 2017
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Marine biologist Jennifer Vreeland discusses phytoplankton during a teen science cafe last month at the Selby Public Library in Sarasota, Fla. About 40 students attended the informal gathering.
Marine biologist Jennifer Vreeland discusses phytoplankton during a teen science cafe last month at the Selby Public Library in Sarasota, Fla. About 40 students attended the informal gathering.
Edward Linsmier for Education Week
Student Well-Being Students Engage With Scientists at 'Teen Science Cafes'
A growing number of 'teen science cafes' across the country offer a way for students to ask questions of real scientists in an out-of-school setting.
Marva Hinton, December 13, 2016
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Randy Sams, 17, from Ballou High School, loads his luggage onto a school bus in June as high school students from across Washington head to Dulles International Airport for a study abroad trip to Argentina.
Randy Sams, 17, from Ballou High School, loads his luggage onto a school bus in June as high school students from across Washington head to Dulles International Airport for a study abroad trip to Argentina.
T.J. Kirkpatrick/Redux for Education Week
Student Well-Being D.C. District Aims to Send All Students Abroad
The District of Columbia school system wants to help close an "enrichment gap" by paying for students to travel internationally before they graduate.
Evie Blad, August 18, 2016
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Student Well-Being Video Planting Seeds, Playing Notes: Cleveland's Boys and Girls Club
The Boys and Girls Club on Broadway Avenue in Cleveland has a farming program that is now in its third year and provides an opportunity for children to grow, distribute, and sell produce to customers. Just under four miles from the Republican National Convention site downtown, the club also recently opened a music studio where children can learn musical instruments. Robert Koonce, chief development officer of the Boys and Girls Club, discusses why having a resource such as this is important for youth in Cleveland. Read more here: http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/campaign-k-12/2016/07/cleveland_boys_girls_club_farming_music_education.html Education Week Video
July 21, 2016
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Student Well-Being Opinion My High School Mascot Is Offensive
Under fire from officials in her Pennsylvania school district, student newspaper editor Gillian McGoldrick defends her stance against publishing the name of an offensive mascot.
Gillian McGoldrick, February 17, 2015
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Nicole Young, at center in white sweater, a City Connects coordinator at Josiah Quincy Elementary School in Boston, leads a tour of the school for college students who will be volunteer tutors there. New research suggests there is an academic payoff from the City Connects program, which links students and their families to supports and resources that align with their needs.
Nicole Young, at center in white sweater, a City Connects coordinator at Josiah Quincy Elementary School in Boston, leads a tour of the school for college students who will be volunteer tutors there. New research suggests there is an academic payoff from the City Connects program, which links students and their families to supports and resources that align with their needs.
Charlie Mahoney/Prime for Education Week
Student Well-Being Learning Payoff Found for 'City Connects' Program
The academic boost that elementary students got from a program that linked them with community supports and resources lasted all the way to middle school, a study says.
Sarah D. Sparks, September 30, 2014
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Student Well-Being Researchers Play Catch-Up in Gauging Beyond-School Effects
What's measured about science learning in the classroom differs from what's measured outside the classroom.
Sarah D. Sparks, April 1, 2011
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Evelyn Cariño, left, Brian Ventura, and Valerie Estrella take part in a river cleaning activity at the Bronx River in New York. The students are enrolled in Heroes in Conservation, an after-school program coordinated by the Committee for Hispanic Children and Families.
Evelyn Cariño, left, Brian Ventura, and Valerie Estrella take part in a river cleaning activity at the Bronx River in New York. The students are enrolled in Heroes in Conservation, an after-school program coordinated by the Committee for Hispanic Children and Families.
Helena Yordan for Education Week
Student Well-Being Environmental Issues Inspire Children to Dig Into Science
Informal science programs that focus on the environment hook young people because they are about issues that really matter to their lives.
Caralee J. Adams, April 1, 2011
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Student Well-Being Role of Science Learning Outside of School Grows
Learning opportunities are plentiful, from after-school programs to computer simulations to zoo visits.
Erik W. Robelen, April 1, 2011
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Student Well-Being National Science Foundation Deemed Leader in Informal Learning
The federal agency provides some $65 million annually to support after-school programs, traveling exhibits, film production and community projects, and cyber-enabled learning.
Erik W. Robelen, April 1, 2011
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A crossing guard watches children cross the street outside Bayless Elementary School in Wilbur Park, Mo. The Bayless school district has cut bus service for all its students.
A crossing guard watches children cross the street outside Bayless Elementary School in Wilbur Park, Mo. The Bayless school district has cut bus service for all its students.
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Education Funding Budget Cuts Hitting Deeper in Districts Nationwide
To cope with shrinking budgets, school districts around the country are making cuts in programs once thought untouchable.
Christina A. Samuels, March 25, 2011
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Student Well-Being Opinion Extracurricular Choices for a Global Age
“Today’s economy requires strong minds developed in classrooms, rather than strong bodies developed on playing fields,” writes John R. Gerdy.
John R. Gerdy, June 26, 2009
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