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Dr. Alan J. C. King of Queen's University, in his landmark study The Good School, identified
a strong extra-curricular program as playing a key role in developing students' sense of
belonging and satisfaction. His findings showed that a broad well-delivered co-curricular
program greatly enhances the atmosphere of a school and the students' sense of well-being.
As well, co-curricular activities help students to identify with their school, and
participation encourages them to socialize and become friends with fellow students; all
these factors contribute to good "school spirit."
BDSS has an extensive co-curricular program of interest to all students
in the school. Students are encouraged to participate fully in the athletic, artistic,
social and cultural life of the school. Involvement in the school's co-curricular program enables students to make new friends and to develop talents and interests outside the regular
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school curriculum. Coaching, leadership, and supervision of our co-curricular program is provided exclusively and voluntarily by members of our teaching
staff.
The costs involved are obtained from the school budget, activity card sales, fund raisers, and
by the students themselves.
All clubs and teams welcome Grade 9 students as well as students new to the school. Orientation
session and the Morning Announcements keep students posted on club and team meetings. It pays to listen.
Involvement in school activities is recorded for points toward the school letter, for inclusion in the student résumé, and for consideration in the granting of awards and scholarships before and upon graduation.
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