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Activité parascolaire

Definition

An extracurricular activity refers to any activity that takes place outside of regular school hours and is not part of the academic curriculum. These activities can include sports, clubs, arts, or community service.

Analogy

Think of extracurricular activities as toppings on a pizza. Just like how different toppings add flavor and variety to a pizza, extracurricular activities add excitement and enrichment to your school experience.

Related terms

Club: A club is a specific type of extracurricular activity where students with similar interests come together to pursue a common goal or hobby.

Sports team: A sports team is an organized group of students who participate in athletic competitions against other schools.

Community service: Community service refers to volunteer work done by students for the betterment of their community. It can involve activities such as cleaning up parks or helping at local charities.

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