School assemblies can be met with groans if students are expecting another boring presentation. But with the right type of presentation, you can make your school assembly both entertaining and educational. We have some creative ideas to help you build your assembly program this year.
Educational Entertainment
Your assembly ideas will naturally include some education — you are a school, after all! Teach the kids about something they’re interested in outside of the typical classroom setting. Your final choice will depend on your school’s grade levels, attention spans, and budget.
Say it with a song
Singing about serious subjects like math or science may seem silly, but many children’s musicians specialize in educational songs! These entertainers are probably better suited for elementary schools though it can be lots of fun for all ages. Soon enough, your students will be learning the words and singing about subjects covering everything from friendship to geography. And bonus, music primes the brain for learning so they’ll perform better when they return to the classroom.
Focus on teamwork
The world of sports can teach your students a lot about teamwork, discipline, and focusing on their goals. Book a sports exhibition show like BMX riders, acrobats, skateboard riders, or ball stunts to captivate your students with their mind-blowing feats.
If your sports-minded youngsters are in need of motivation, include an athletic speaker in your school assembly program. These professionals from the sports world will share motivational stories of perseverance that inspire students to reach for the stars.
Invite a mad scientist
Nothing says educational fun like a science assembly! Book a science party to set up exciting experiments that explore interesting subjects like chemistry, biology, anatomy, and more. Consider having students attend the assembly in smaller groups so everyone gets a chance to participate in the demonstrations.
🧪 Make it a party! Check out all of our great mad science party ideas for more inspiration.
Learn from the past
Bring history to life with a visit from a prominent person from the past! Historical characters dress and stay in character to share the accomplishments of great figures like Ben Franklin or Eleanor Roosevelt. Other notable figures like Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman can contribute to an impactful experience for Black History Month events.
Book a presidential impersonator like Abraham Lincoln or George Washington to share what it was like to lead the United States during milestones in our history. You can even hire Civil War reenactors to give students a historically accurate look at life as a soldier.
Character Education
Growing up is challenging, and students are faced with all kinds of choices and changes every day. As educators, you can provide guidance and help them be good people. Include character education in your school assembly ideas to deal with these issues in a positive way.
Listen to others’ stories
A good storyteller can engage kids with personal (or fictionalized) stories about all kinds of subjects. From divorce to puberty to bigger issues like gun control, a storyteller will craft relatable tales that let students know they aren’t alone.
Bullying is something that every school struggles with, so an anti-bullying assembly is important for students. Book a motivational speaker to help your students look inward and learn to treat others the way they want to be treated.
👉 Read this: Anti-Bullying Assembly Ideas to Impact Your Students
To address serious issues with a lighter touch, think about booking a stand-up comedian instead. These pros are great at tailoring material to their audience. Subjects can include first crushes, dealing with acne, annoying siblings, social media woes, and parents who just don’t understand. When students are all laughing at the same things, they may start to realize their peers are humans, too.
Share it with a skit
Sometimes younger children can’t absorb a heavy discussion or speech, so try something more light-hearted! Hire a puppet show to put on skits that deal with friendship and sharing or even more serious subjects like abuse.
If puppets are too juvenile for your students, consider an improv show instead. The kids may enjoy tossing out subjects for the group to focus on while performing silly skits. And you’ll get an idea about what social subjects are most meaningful to your students!
Encourage awareness
Building good character means paying attention to your health, too. Young people are often struggling with body image, depression, or self-esteem issues. Let them know that it’s necessary to acknowledge these feelings! Book a health and fitness expert to lead a discussion on everything from healthy diets to mental health awareness.
Being aware of your environment is another big part of becoming a well-rounded person. Help your students take care of Mother Earth with some guidance from an environmental speaker. They may even be inspired to take some tips home to their parents!
Coming up with school assembly ideas that will keep your students engaged is a challenge for every teacher or principal. The most important thing is letting your school know you care. Luckily, there are pros to help you share messages of love and support! 🏫
Megan is the Director of Customer Experience at GigSalad and has gained 9+ years of insight on what makes a great event on both sides of the booking process. Her favorite things include books, true crime podcasts, coffee, hiking, puns, and making people laugh.
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