This study investigated perspectives on extracurriculars by immigrant, non-immigrant Latinx, and non-immigrant Black parents of high school students, as well as potential barriers, if any, to their children's ability to participate in extracurriculars. Drawing upon previous research that demonstrates the positive impact of extracurricular participation for students and the gaps in participation rates by immigrant, Latinx, and Black students, my study focused on parents' awareness of the benefits of extracurriculars, their source of information regarding extracurricular opportunities at their children's school, any potential challenges with allowing their children to participate in extracurriculars, and potential remedies they believe may allow for greater participation in extracurriculars for their children. My research design consisted of open-ended, semi-structured interview questions conducted with immigrant, non-immigrant Latinx, and non-immigrant Black parents of high school students. Once the data was collected and analyzed, I identified an overarching theme that schools must be more explicit and intentional in their engagement of parents, and thereby, students in regards to extracurricular participation, including its value for student success and increasing the participation rates of marginalized students. Additionally, while all parents interviewed identified barriers to extracurricular participation, such as time, transportation, cost, and safety, only the immigrant families in this study were unable to circumnavigate the barriers. The findings added to previous research from the perspective of students and teachers and aligned with the Authentic Development framework which views extracurriculars as a space to demonstrate authentic care, connect learning to social and democratic life as well as personal interests, develop social capital, and challenge hierarchical systems of oppression. Implications for further research are also discussed, as well as recommendations for school-based practitioners to improve access to and awareness of extracurricular opportunities at school sites. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]