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School assemblies can be met with groans if students are expecting another boring presentation. But with the right type of show, you can make your school assembly both entertaining and educational. We have some creative ideas to help you build your assembly program this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Educational entertainment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your assembly ideas will naturally include some education \u2014 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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Say it with a song \ud83c\udfb6<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Singing about serious subjects like math or science may seem silly, but many children’s musicians<\/a> 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 learn the words and sing about subjects that cover everything from friendship to geography. And bonus, music primes the brain for learning<\/a>, so they’ll perform better when they return to the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf0e You might also like: <\/strong>School Assembly Ideas to Celebrate Diversity Awareness Month<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Focus on teamwork \ud83e\udd1d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The world of sports can teach your students a lot about teamwork, discipline, and focusing on their goals. Book a sports exhibition<\/a> show like BMX riders, acrobats, skateboard riders, or ball stunts to captivate your students with their mind-blowing feats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your sports-minded youngsters need motivation, include an athletic speaker<\/a> 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Invite a mad scientist \ud83e\uddd1\u200d\ud83d\udd2c<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Nothing says educational fun like a science assembly! Book a science entertainer<\/a> 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83e\uddea Make it a party! <\/strong>Check out all of our great mad science party ideas<\/a> for more inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Learn from the past \ud83d\udcdc<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bring history to life with a visit from a prominent person from the past! Historical characters<\/a> dress and stay in character to share the accomplishments of great figures like Ben Franklin or Eleanor Roosevelt. Other notable figures, such as Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman, can contribute to an impactful experience for Black History Month events<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Book a presidential impersonator<\/a> 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<\/a> to give students a historically accurate look at life as a soldier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Character education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Growing up is challenging, and students face numerous 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Listen to others’ stories \ud83d\udcd6<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good storyteller<\/a> 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’re not alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every school struggles with bullying<\/a>, so an anti-bullying assembly is important for students. Book a motivational speaker<\/a> to help your students look inward and learn to treat others the way they want to be treated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udc99 Read this: <\/strong>Anti-Bullying Assembly Ideas to Impact Your Students<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To address serious issues with a lighter touch, think about booking a stand-up comedian<\/a> 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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Share it with a skit \ud83c\udfad<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes, younger children can’t absorb a heavy discussion or speech, so try something more light-hearted! Hire a puppet show<\/a> to perform skits about friendship and sharing, or even more serious subjects like abuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If puppets are too juvenile for your students, consider an improv show<\/a> 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! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Encourage awareness \u2728<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a> to lead a discussion on everything from healthy diets to mental health awareness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>. They may even be inspired to take some tips home to their parents! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Every teacher or principal faces the challenge of coming up with school assembly ideas that will keep their students engaged. The most important thing is letting their school know they care. Luckily, there are pros who can help you share messages of love and support! \ud83e\udd17<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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