The document discusses the importance of extracurricular activities for students. It states that extracurricular activities teach students responsibility, teamwork, time management and leadership skills. It also notes that students who participate in extracurricular activities are three times more likely to have a GPA of 3.0 or higher compared to students who do not participate. Finally, it mentions that extracurricular activities benefit students' academic performance and help them develop important life skills like discipline, goal-setting, and responsibility.