For example, we are currently working on getting cooking facilities at our school, which was recommended to the student council last year. However, interest has rapidly been lost as, in the eyes of the student body, nothing is happening. In reality, we are working on it - we are looking at how to raise the necessary funds, while looking for a suitable place within the school grounds.
A good way to maintain interest is by providing updates, such as in a school newsletter or on a website. A big problem faced by many student councils is keeping up communication with the student body. It is really bad when students are unaware of the good work done by the council, such as interviewing new staff and the work behind the scenes to help the school.
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