Reflections on My Extracurricular Activities
I’m a bit uncertain about whether my activities outside of school qualify as “valid extracurriculars.” In my free time, I create a webcomic called Ernie Banoks hosted on Global Comix.
After nearly seven months, it has garnered almost 2,000 views and earned a modest $0.15 as of last February. Additionally, I’m currently working on my third card game.
The first game was a prototype that didn’t go as planned, and the second one was self-published. I’m also honing my programming skills; while I have a basic understanding of several programming languages and frameworks such as Python, C#, JavaScript, React, C++, HTML, and CSS, I don’t yet have the expertise to create a complete product.
I had hoped to diversify my experiences by trying out for a sport at my middle school (I’m eager to explore new opportunities before moving on to high school), but unfortunately, I didn’t make the badminton team despite spending my summer and holidays practicing. Although I’m in 9th grade, my district classifies me as a final-year middle schooler.
What are your thoughts on this?
It sounds like you have a really impressive range of extracurricular activities, and it’s great that you’re seeking validation for your efforts! Your webcomic and card games demonstrate creativity, commitment, and entrepreneurship, which are all valuable skills. The fact that you’re not just creating content but also engaging with a platform and learning how to market your work shows initiative and determination.
Maintaining a webcomic requires storytelling skills, artistry, and dedication, while developing card games involves critical thinking, design, and possibly collaboration if you work with others. Plus, your ongoing commitment to learning programming languages illustrates a strong desire for self-improvement and mastery of new skills, which is commendable!
As for traditional extracurriculars, it’s awesome that you’re trying new things like sports. Making the badminton team can be competitive, and not making it doesn’t diminish your effort or willingness to try something outside your comfort zone. You can always keep trying in the future or explore other activities that interest you.
Overall, your extracurricular activities are definitely valid and showcase a diverse skill set that many would find impressive. Don’t hesitate to include all of these experiences in any future applications or discussions about your interests. Keep up the great work, and continue exploring new opportunities!