/extracurricular-activities Extracurricular Activities en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Mon, 12 Aug 2024 20:18:11 GMT /leadership/6-ways-for-schools-to-promote-student-athletes-well-being/2024/08 Student-athletes may want to further their athletic careers after graduation, and educators can support them both academically and mentally. Mon, 12 Aug 2024 20:18:11 GMT /leadership/6-ways-for-schools-to-promote-student-athletes-well-being/2024/08 /leadership/how-video-games-can-combat-chronic-absenteeism-yes-really/2024/07 In one district, middle school esports clubs are helping to boost attendance and student engagement. Tue, 02 Jul 2024 19:30:20 GMT /leadership/how-video-games-can-combat-chronic-absenteeism-yes-really/2024/07 /leadership/gaming-is-part-of-teen-life-these-districts-use-it-for-better-student-outcomes/2024/06 Scholastic esports is attracting students who would otherwise not participate in extracurricular activities. Fri, 07 Jun 2024 19:36:24 GMT /leadership/gaming-is-part-of-teen-life-these-districts-use-it-for-better-student-outcomes/2024/06 /teaching-learning/drama-and-delight-the-faces-of-the-national-spelling-bee/2024/05 The 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee came down to a high-stakes spell-off. Here's a look at the faces behind the event. Fri, 31 May 2024 18:36:43 GMT /teaching-learning/drama-and-delight-the-faces-of-the-national-spelling-bee/2024/05 /leadership/4-case-studies-schools-use-connections-to-give-every-student-a-reason-to-attend/2024/04 69´«Ã½ turn to the principles of connectedness to guide their work on attendance and engagement. Mon, 15 Apr 2024 03:59:00 GMT /leadership/4-case-studies-schools-use-connections-to-give-every-student-a-reason-to-attend/2024/04 /leadership/a-high-school-lgbtq-student-group-won-a-grant-then-the-school-board-vetoed-it/2023/12 Advocates said the board's vote was a setback for "student voice" efforts—as well as for LGBQT+ students. Fri, 15 Dec 2023 22:17:40 GMT /leadership/a-high-school-lgbtq-student-group-won-a-grant-then-the-school-board-vetoed-it/2023/12 /leadership/lgbtq-student-perspective-my-schools-gsa-saved-my-life/2023/10 Esmée Silverman came to the realization that they were transgender in high school, but thought about suicide constantly during their freshman year. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 04:01:00 GMT /leadership/lgbtq-student-perspective-my-schools-gsa-saved-my-life/2023/10 /leadership/race-based-affinity-groups-should-be-open-to-all-students-biden-admin-tells-schools/2023/08 In new guidance, the Education Department cites examples of school policies or programs that violate civil rights law. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:46:03 GMT /leadership/race-based-affinity-groups-should-be-open-to-all-students-biden-admin-tells-schools/2023/08 /sponsor/scripps-national-spelling-bee/celebrate-the-spelling-bee-champion-at-your-school For nearly 100 years, the Scripps National Spelling Bee has been an academic staple of our culture. Mon, 28 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT /sponsor/scripps-national-spelling-bee/celebrate-the-spelling-bee-champion-at-your-school /leadership/lgbtq-students-with-affirming-schools-report-lower-suicide-risk-survey-finds/2023/08 Access to inclusive history, gender-neutral restrooms, and supportive clubs reduces LGBTQ+ students' suicide risk, says a report by The Trevor Project. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 19:09:01 GMT /leadership/lgbtq-students-with-affirming-schools-report-lower-suicide-risk-survey-finds/2023/08 /teaching-learning/how-high-school-students-are-making-stem-education-accessible-for-younger-kids/2023/07 Team STEAM is a program where high school students help elementary students develop STEM skills. Tue, 25 Jul 2023 21:39:42 GMT /teaching-learning/how-high-school-students-are-making-stem-education-accessible-for-younger-kids/2023/07 /technology/a-student-staffed-genius-bar-why-its-working-for-this-middle-school/2023/07 Starting a "Genius Bar" helped a suburban New York City school teach tech skills and support students' social-emotional needs. Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:28:41 GMT /technology/a-student-staffed-genius-bar-why-its-working-for-this-middle-school/2023/07 /leadership/small-ways-leaders-can-build-schools-where-everyone-feels-like-they-belong/2023/06 Principals can take small steps to ensure students and staff feel like they belong. Mon, 26 Jun 2023 20:12:24 GMT /leadership/small-ways-leaders-can-build-schools-where-everyone-feels-like-they-belong/2023/06 /leadership/federal-officials-reiterate-protections-for-lgbtq-student-groups/2023/06 A federal law protects LGBTQ+ student clubs like gender and sexuality alliances, the U.S. Department of Education stressed. Thu, 22 Jun 2023 20:12:33 GMT /leadership/federal-officials-reiterate-protections-for-lgbtq-student-groups/2023/06 /teaching-learning/a-chess-grandmaster-makes-the-case-for-teaching-the-game-in-school/2023/04 Chess grandmaster Maurice Ashley breaks down the game of chess and why it's worth teaching to kids. Fri, 28 Apr 2023 20:22:56 GMT /teaching-learning/a-chess-grandmaster-makes-the-case-for-teaching-the-game-in-school/2023/04 /teaching-learning/everybody-at-school-wants-to-play-chess-is-trendy-again/2023/04 The ancient game is surging in popularity among young people. Thu, 27 Apr 2023 20:42:40 GMT /teaching-learning/everybody-at-school-wants-to-play-chess-is-trendy-again/2023/04 /leadership/lessons-from-4-district-leaders-who-conducted-equity-audits/2023/04 Four district leaders emphasize the importance of equity audits, including the process, the results, and the changes made based on findings. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 20:30:37 GMT /leadership/lessons-from-4-district-leaders-who-conducted-equity-audits/2023/04 /leadership/king-queen-and-sovereign-prom-courts-grow-more-diverse/2023/04 In some school districts, the traditional prom court is becoming more inclusive, with students driving the changes. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 20:02:14 GMT /leadership/king-queen-and-sovereign-prom-courts-grow-more-diverse/2023/04 /leadership/video-state-canceled-queer-alliance-drag-and-donuts-heres-what-students-did-next/2023/04 Scarlett Seyler, president of her Florida school's Queer and Ally Alliance club, shares her perspective on legislation restricting LGBTQ+ instruction. Mon, 10 Apr 2023 20:33:49 GMT /leadership/video-state-canceled-queer-alliance-drag-and-donuts-heres-what-students-did-next/2023/04 /leadership/dont-say-gay-law-impacts-us-all-leader-of-queer-student-club-says/2023/04 The Florida board of education will meet April 19 to vote on expanding the scope of the Parental Rights in Education law to all grades. Mon, 10 Apr 2023 20:26:00 GMT /leadership/dont-say-gay-law-impacts-us-all-leader-of-queer-student-club-says/2023/04 /leadership/video-teachers-try-this-giving-middle-school-girls-a-space-where-they-belong/2023/02 A teacher created a club for her middle school girls that doesn’t require special skills or money to join, but where they can all fit in. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 18:24:04 GMT /leadership/video-teachers-try-this-giving-middle-school-girls-a-space-where-they-belong/2023/02 /leadership/how-a-school-district-used-music-teaching-to-keep-students-connected/2023/01 A wider variety of music programs may help students feel more connected to school, new research suggests. Wed, 25 Jan 2023 22:36:29 GMT /leadership/how-a-school-district-used-music-teaching-to-keep-students-connected/2023/01 /leadership/using-e-sports-to-build-a-classroom-community-one-teachers-story/2023/01 A teacher talks about the lessons she’s learned from leading her school's esports club. Fri, 13 Jan 2023 20:39:08 GMT /leadership/using-e-sports-to-build-a-classroom-community-one-teachers-story/2023/01 /leadership/a-school-safety-challenge-keeping-crowds-secure-under-the-glare-of-friday-night-lights/2022/10 Districts aim to keep students and spectators safe during sporting events, which draw large crowds to a less predictable environment. Thu, 27 Oct 2022 20:17:29 GMT /leadership/a-school-safety-challenge-keeping-crowds-secure-under-the-glare-of-friday-night-lights/2022/10 /leadership/how-supportive-are-schools-of-lgbtq-kids-cdc-data-offer-a-glimpse/2022/08 With LGBTQ students at the center of political tensions, more than 4 in 10 secondary schools have a group to support those students. Tue, 30 Aug 2022 20:37:05 GMT /leadership/how-supportive-are-schools-of-lgbtq-kids-cdc-data-offer-a-glimpse/2022/08 /leadership/in-model-un-students-study-russias-invasion-of-ukraine-and-reckon-with-the-cost-of-war/2022/03 Teacher advisers say that in recent weeks, Model UN groups have provided a space to talk about the ongoing crisis. Fri, 11 Mar 2022 19:24:36 GMT /leadership/in-model-un-students-study-russias-invasion-of-ukraine-and-reckon-with-the-cost-of-war/2022/03 /teaching-learning/2021-grad-builds-peer-support-for-college-planning/2021/10 College-going clubs can support first-generation students, says Daniela Andrade, whose own high school club helped her get to Harvard. Mon, 18 Oct 2021 20:49:42 GMT /teaching-learning/2021-grad-builds-peer-support-for-college-planning/2021/10 /leadership/why-high-school-sel-programs-feel-lame-and-how-to-fix-them/2021/10 Here's how to devise high school SEL lessons that don't feel preachy and align with adolescents' cognitive and psychological development. Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:19:18 GMT /leadership/why-high-school-sel-programs-feel-lame-and-how-to-fix-them/2021/10 /leadership/strict-covid-19-testing-can-keep-extracurriculars-going-cdc-finds/2021/05 New research by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds Utah's coronavirus testing prevented outbreaks following sports events. Fri, 21 May 2021 20:46:16 GMT /leadership/strict-covid-19-testing-can-keep-extracurriculars-going-cdc-finds/2021/05 /teaching-learning/opinion-working-with-the-likes-of-lego-disney-and-lucasfilm-to-engage-students-in-stem/2021/03 Rick Hess speaks with FIRST's Erica Newton Fessia about inspiring young people's interest in STEM using team-based robotics programs. Thu, 18 Mar 2021 10:00:14 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-working-with-the-likes-of-lego-disney-and-lucasfilm-to-engage-students-in-stem/2021/03