By Cori Shiflet
Round Table reporter

Monday: ballet, marching band, dance line, winter guard, homework

Tuesday: ballet, jazz, dance teaching, homework

Wednesday: pointe, ballet, marching band, dance line, winter guard, homework

Thursday: lyrical, jazz, tap, musical theatre, ballet, homework

Friday: dance for sports games, homework

Saturday: rehearsals, dance competitions, homework

Sunday: dance at church, dance competitions, homework

This is the day-to-day schedule of busy Middletown High School sophomore Abby Buchanan. With the everyday stresses of school, a social life, family time, and a busy dance career, she often struggles to give 100% to each activity.

This is often the case for many high school students who are overwhelmed with both school and extra-curricular activities.

So what is the solution to this problem?

Well, the answer is different to every student. Some try to fully commit themselves to every activity, which is impossible.

Others decide to commit themselves to one thing, and not focus on the rest of them.

It’s great when students try and get themselves involved in many activities, but it can become too much.

We are all human and can only stretch ourselves so much, can only sleep so little, and can only be considered responsible to a certain extent.

Becoming involved is a great thing and it stretches your personal comfort level, but be cautious to not overwhelm yourself, and be realistic with your goals.

So, when it gets to the point where your dedication is lacking, its time to make a change.