Student councils
Jamie Billingham
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
One thing many students fail to realise is that requests take time. They think that, once they ask for something it will be done in a week. But it is not that easy.
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.
A good solution is to write articles for school newsletters, or start one just for the student council, as we have. Another good way to communicate with students is through having assemblies every half term.
- Do you know a child or young person who could tell adults a thing or two? Call Nancy Rowntree on 020 8267 4918, email nancy.rowntree@haymarket.com.
