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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It’s ok for some clubs to require applications and be competitive but it’s good for schools to also have lots of groups and clubs that you can join without competition. I remember touring one campus a few years ago, just doing a self guided tour due to Covid, and even then it was clear just looking at the signs around campus that this was one of those schools were you have to apply for nearly every activity and club. I was really turned off and surprised to see that and happy my child didn’t get in there..[/quote]

Yes, it's fine to have maybe 20-25% of clubs that are competitive/require applications.  But IMO the remainder should be available to anyone who wants to put in the work.  It's like that at my kid's school---there are a few that are very competitive, but it's less than 20%. The rest anyone can join if they just sign up and put in the required hours/commitments.   With this, my kid is more active in activities I never thought they would be....it's really a good thing for most kids.  [/quote]

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