At Harvey Elementary School, we believe that social and emotional development of students is important to helping them achieve success.  Through these events, our children learn not only academics but also about teamwork, individual and group responsibility, physical strength and endurance, competition, diversity and a sense of culture and community.  Activities can also provide a channel for reinforcing the lessons learned in the classroom, offering students the opportunity to apply academic skills in a real-world context, and are thus considered part of a well-rounded education.