The Other 17 Hours

Educators know from firsthand experience that achievement in the classroom is often linked to students' lives outside school. On the blog The Other 17 Hours, teachers at Thurgood Marshall Academy in Washington, D.C., highlight the connection between extracurricular activities and academic success by celebrating the various pastimes, projects, and programs their students enjoy after class lets out.

Programs like the Green Club's organic garden and Law Firm Tutoring—a project that brings together students and local lawyers—exemplify just how enriching after-school pursuits can be when students follow their natural interests and engage with the world beyond the classroom. Whether you're trying to foster extracurricular activities at your school or just looking to see what others are up to, The Other 17 Hours is a great a place to explore how students can continue their education after the school day is over.