text: Doing something outside of school also gives students an opportunity to have an impact. Volunteering at a local animal shelter, or participating in programs like Girl Scouts or Boy Scouts gives them the opportunity to help out those in need, and provide services to them. If you participate in sports, you are making a positive impact on your overall health. Exercise releases a hormone that makes you happier. Clubs can result in students having a positive influence on each other. If you participate in Student Council, you are having a direct impact on those in your school.