High Ability of Junior High School Students Who Can Balance Extra-Curricular Activities and Study: A Case Study of Shinagawa Girls’ Junior and High Schools

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to examine the balance between extra-curricular activities and academics. For 222 junior high school students, regression analysis was performed on data related to academic grades, mock exam grades, time related to learning and sleep, compatibility of extra-curricular activities and school life, and satisfaction with school life. As a result, it was clarified that students with higher compatibility between extra-curricular activities and academics scored higher on academic grades and mock exam grades. In addition, it was clarified that the students with high compatibility had long study times, and early bedtimes and examination study times. Furthermore, it became clear that the satisfaction level of school life was higher for them.