text: A large percentage of students have something extra going on outside of school and adding onto it wouldn't be okay. For example, student who has to work to help their family is already taking on a lot. They have school life and family to think about. If a student were to be forced to choose an extracurricular activity, that would put more stress on them to keep up with said activity and the life they already have. Another example would be if a student has to take care of younger siblings or sick family. Having to go to that activity would force the student into a corner where they can't take care of their family properly. The parents may not have the time or money to get a caretaker or to it themselves. Last of all, it could change how much time a student has to themselves. Having time to rest and do something fun is necessary to keep from being too stressed. Less time to rest means the scholar can feel more stressed and could effect their moods.