text: So how much is forcing students to do an extracurricular activity really saving them? I feel like if schools force students to do an extracurricular activity, they will see lower test grades, lower participation rates, much more attitudes towards them, and more tardiness. This behavioral change will be because of the time wasted on things they don't want to do, and less sleeping hours. Though extracurricular activities are great for them, dont force them on people, because instead of helping, it's actually hurting. Dear Principle,