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EC monthly roundup
We maintain a database of extra-curricular (EC) opportunities, competitions, awards, programmes and other opportunities for intermediate & high school students, in Christchurch and nationwide.
We make this available to parents via a free monthly EC 'roundup' , which highlights upcoming EC opportunities for the month ahead. There are many incredible opportunities that fly under the radar every year, most of which only cost students their time and energy.
The purpose is to help connect these opportunities to parents of students who want to explore or develop a particular interest, whether it be in design, leadership, business, technology, the creatives, academic competitions, media grants & awards, and so much else.
Why get involved with ECs as a school student?
Growing academic ability is the primary purpose of school. However, an equally (if not more) meaningful facet of a well-rounded school education is getting the chance to explore areas of interest. Even better if students get to do this in a judgement-free setting, where they aren't afraid to fail. This is precisely the opportunity that these ECs present.
Some of these experiences and interests last a lifetime. When us adults reflect on our school experience, most of us would agree that it wasn't defined by our time in the classroom - but rather the interests and activities that they pursue extra-curricularly (sports, music, clubs, competitions, etc).
ECs are an opportunity for students to...
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explore areas of budding interest/intrigue, in a risk-free environment --- or, to develop further in an area that they're already interested in.
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break out of their comfort zone, building confidence and growing other character traits.
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build an EC portfolio for the purpose of applying for university scholarships, entrance into overseas universities or building a strong CV. Tertiary institutes recognise EC involvement as a badge of initiative, concientiousness, and good character.
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