It must be addressed to the correct person. It must contain the groups signatures. Pupils must try to 'lend weight' to their petition by gathering signatures from class and school members. They will gather these signatures by running a campaign. Making Petitions Exciting Turn the signature gathering into an exciting class and school wide activity by groups preparing a signature gathering campaign.
Groups have to convince class and school pupils to sign their petition.
Arrange for a special presentation ceremony of the petitions e.g. A brief speech may be given by the petitioners and the petitions formally handed over. Arrange for supporters of the petition to attend therefore lend support. Inform the petitioners that their 'prayer will be seriously considered. You may require further information or even want them to address the B.O.T. Arrange for the petitions to be replied to after consideration. This could be done with the petitioners or at a full class meeting.