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For many teens, extracurricular activities can seem
to play an even more significant role than school itself Whether it's drama,
debate club, sports, or playing an instrument, activities are important because
they allow you to explore new ideas and pursue interests that may blossom into
full-fledged careers or rewarding lifelong hobbies. Some kids also have to work
after school, as well as make time for family chores and
responsibilities.
It's not easy fitting in extracurricular
activities. The trick is to find a way to balance them while still attending to
school, friends, and family who are also all vying for attention.
Getting
Around
The issue of transportation often becomes a major
sticking point for suburban kids who don't always have access to buses, subways,
and the like. Here are some ways (in the column to the right) to mastermind the transportation problem in the
event you don't have your driver's license, a car, or parents who are available
to chauffeur you to and from your activities.
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Getting
Around Tips
Carpool - Talk to others in your activity
to arrange group transportation. If you get four people involved, your mom,
dad, or older sibling will only have to play chauffeur on a rotating
basis.
Trade favors with
friends/parents - If you
have friends with cars, you can offer to take notes for them in class, take
them to lunch, or tutor them on a certain subject in exchange for a ride. If
you're trying to swap favors with your parents, consider offering to take on
some extra chores around the house or (if you have a license but no car) to
drive your younger siblings from place to place. |
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Balancing My Schedule