School and Extracurricular Activities Finding the Right Balance

When it comes to schoolwork and extracurricular activities, children have so much on their plate. Experts have agreed that a balance between the two is crucial, but how can you help them achieve it so that they benefit from both?

Teach them how to manage their time

Teach your children how to develop a schedule, prioritise activities and plan for unexpected events and emergencies. The ability to prioritise time will translate to future success and help them keep a healthy balance between school and activities.

Identify what’s important

It’s beneficial, and even encouraged, for students to try new activities. However,filling up their schedule with activities just for the sake of it will be of no long-term benefit whatsoever. Make a list of your child’s extra-curricular activities and identify what should stay and what just needs to go.

Academics come first