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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think it helps if it makes up for NOT having athletics or another extra curricular. My son was never a real athlete but has played an instrument since 4th grade, and switched to a band instrument in 8th. He would have been on band 9-12 and music is the only thing he’s passionate about, but not enough to try for district or state band.

If for college he can only say he went to class (and made A-B) that would look boring. He can now at least mention something else to help him look somewhat balanced. He won’t even mention the first instrument, although he dabbles with that (piano) still. [/quote]

[b]I basically agree with you - if you don't have athletics, it helps balance a kid out[/b].  I quibble somewhat - if you DO have athletics, playing an instrument for many years, and reaching a level of proficiency, can really help sell a kid as very well rounded.  I know they say that "pointy" kids are what schools are looking for, but there is still a lot of room in every class of truly well rounded kids.  Smart.  Athletic.  Artistic.  Still a recipe for success.[/quote]

Couldn't you just as easily reverse that statement?  If you don't have music, athletics helps balance a kid out.  You're statement makes it seem as if athletics is the preferred activity over all others. [/quote]

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