text: but the new kid told me to do this and I like that." Right Their I have more then one choice to use. If you feel like something is a bad choice then dont do it, do whats best for you.Should students be required to participate in extracurricular activities? I personally disagree. There are benefits to such activities, but the idea of such activities being a requirement isn't for everyone. Such things can have major impacts on home life, social life and academic skills.