High school is filled with many ups and downs. You go through major emotional and physical changes and that can be hard to undergo alone.

   Being involved at school can bring you a community. You can bond with fellow students over shared interests and hobbies, and can provide you with a safespace at school. 

    Senior Angelina Senina, has been involved in numerous activities throughout her high school career. From DECA, Orchestra and FBLA, to French Club and Chief Mentors, Senina has done her best to be heavily involved at school.

   “I really wanted to be involved so I could explore different things I wanted to do later in life and different clubs have helped me with that,” Senina said.

   Being apart of school activities can greatly shape your future. Clubs at school can help you discover what you are passionate about and help to have a clear path for after high school. You are given the opportunity to explore different career fields while also gaining memorable life experiences you might not have had without clubs. 

   Besides the career opportunities, being involved can help when applying to colleges. Colleges look for students that are unique and made the most out of their high school experience.

   According to Bigfuture College Board, a website used to help students apply to colleges, most colleges look to see the person you’re becoming. They want to see how you have grown and developed, not just what your grades are. Your extracurriculars can aid with that. 

   Extracurriculars can also help you gain connections and thrive with communities in school. Clubs and activities can help you bond with fellow students and give you the opportunity to meet people who have similar interests.

   “Most of my friends have been made through school activities and I never would have met them if I hadn’t tried out different clubs,” Senina said.

   No matter what grade you’re in you can always get involved. Reach out to teachers or friends to see what they recommend or are involved with and start attending meetings. Even if you don’t end up loving the club, you still can understand more about what you’re passionate about and explore more options for a brighter future.