But I can rest only for a moment, for with freedom comes responsibilities, and I dare not linger, for my long walk is not yet ended. The above information is not new to anyone involved in running an activity program at a secondary school. However, it summarizes what many of us know to be true about a healthy activity program. It is also important to look beyond your school and realize what is happening in other successful programs. The real difference is that smaller schools typically have a higher involvement rate than larger schools.
Students vote with their feet.
If they are not coming to activities, perhaps it is time to change the activity. Everything has a life cycle, so admit that the event has had its moment of glory and move on. The administration understands that activities give students the opportunity to learn by doing. This includes failures as well as successes. Please pass this information on to other advisors who would benefit.