<p>As an architect I can’t begin to emphasize how important it is to be able to draw well and be comfortable with being able to express yourself visually. I do think he should be sure to find a way to continue to get enough exercise, now and when he’s in college. As others have said, while the portfolio may not be required at all schools, many will take art supplements.</p>
<p>I’m speaking as the parent of kids who did fine in admissions without doing any sports. My older son still doesn’t get enough exericise except for walking everywhere. My younger son took up martial arts pretty seriously in college.</p>