Welcome to Battlefield! Steven Tian, Student Council President Spencer Chrisman, Student Council Treasurer
How to Get Involved at Battlefield New Student Orientation Friday, August 22, 2014
Welcome to Battlefield School Motto – “Success is a Choice” How to succeed at school: Perform well in your classes Participate in extra-curricular activities!
Extra-Curricular Activities What is an extra-curricular activity? Extra-curricular activities are voluntary activities designed to enhance your educational experience Extra-curricular activities are also known as clubs
Why Participate? Pursue your interests Develop time-management skills, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills Make a meaningful contribution Develop leadership skills – all clubs are led by students! Looks great on a job or college application
Statistics Students who participate in extra- curricular activities: Have a higher average GPA More likely to attend college More likely to receive scholarship More likely to succeed in college There is a direct relation between participation in extra-curricular activities and academic excellence!
Colleges Every college looks for extra-curricular activities Important factor in admissions/scholarships
How to Choose the Right Activity for You There are plenty of different clubs at Battlefield. Choosing the right club is essential if you want to succeed Choose a club that reflects an area that you are passionate about, and want to learn more about. How to Choose the Right Activity for You
Attend the Clubs and Activities Fair For more information Attend the Clubs and Activities Fair Friday, September 19th in the Drivers Education Area 6:30 (Before the 3rd Home Football Game) ***You have a free ticket for that game, so make the most of it!***
For more information If you want to: Create a new club Find a faculty sponsor for a club See a complete list of clubs at Battlefield Ask a general question Contact the Activities Director, Mr. Koch, in the Satellite Office