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ASSEMBLY LESSON TOPIC DESCRIPTIONS

Cornerstones of Character!

This topic will inform students that a person’s character is shaped by their thoughts, beliefs, words, and actions.  Students learn that thoughts lead to actions, actions lead to habits, habits form our character—and character determines destiny!  Students are urged to cultivate the following fundamental traits of character:

  • Honesty

  • Compassion

  • Courage

  • Perseverance

Stranger Danger!

Students are encouraged to associate danger with stranger.  This topic provides students with tips on personal safety.  Students learn that following rules at home and school can help keep them safe.  Students learn the two-word safety rule. 

ABC's of Bully-Free!

This topic encourages students to treat each other with kindness and respect.  Students are informed that everyone has a responsibility in keeping his school safe.  Students learn that although stopping bullying may not always be easy, nevertheless, the steps are simple.  Students learn the ABC’s of Bully-Free as follows:

  • Attitude of Respect!
  •   Students learn that they should show others the same respect they would like to receive. 
  • Behavior of a Buddy!

  •  Students are encouraged to have the behavior of a buddy and not a bully.  Specific examples with compare and contrast the two.
  • Commitment to Stop Bullying!

  •   Students are advised that they must be committed to not bully others; not to allow themselves to be bullied; and if they witness a bullying incident, to report it immediately to a trusted adult.

At the heart of the message is the Golden Rule, which simply states treat others as you would like to be treated.

ABC's of FITNESS!

This topic will encourage students to make fitness a part of their everyday lives.  Students are informed that fitness will improve their heath, increase their sense of well-being, help them manage stress and boost their confidence.  Students learn that no matter what their activity and fitness level, they can improve.  Students learn that a small change can make a BIG difference!  Students are presented the ABCs of FITNESS as follows:

  • Attitude
  • !  Students learn the important role that attitude plays in their physical fitness.
  • Be Active

  • ! Students are encouraged to get active 30 minutes a day.   Students learn that just about any activity that uses large muscle groups and burns energy counts.
  • Commitment!

  • Students are encouraged to make fitness a lifetime commitment. 

DRUG-FREE PROGRAMS FOR RED RIBBON 2006!

Choices and Consequences!

This topic will inform students that although they are free to make their choices, they are not free to choose the consequences.  Some consequences are so serious that it is important that students choose wisely, because good choices bring good consequences, whereas, bad choices bring bad consequences. 

Students will be encouraged to make the following three choices:

  • Choose to do the right thing!
  • Choose their friends carefully!

  • Choose to be drug-free!

The Wonder of YOU!

This lesson topic reminds students that the most valuable assets they will ever possess are their minds and bodies.  Students are urged to respect their minds and bodies by keeping them free from all harmful substances, such as drugs. 

The following topics are the key focus points:

  • Respect your mind by having a positive attitude!

  • Respect your body by keeping it healthy and strong!

  • Choose to be drug-free!

RETURNING TO SAME SCHOOL

 

To add value to the schools that have them back year after year, Officer Bianez and Privett develop a new drug-free assembly each year.  You can always count on receiving High-Flying Excitement and a Knockout Message! 

 

In addition, the new program will feature the following:

 

New Research-Based Curriculum:  Officer Bianez and Privett will present a new research-based lesson topic.

 

New Martial Arts Demonstration:  Officer Privett will feature new exciting martial art forms.

 

New Trampoline Skills:  Officer Bianez will feature new trampoline routines.

 

New FUN!  Officer Bianez and Privett will have new comedy prepared to keep the students laughing while they learn.

 

Examples of the feedback we receive from schools that have had us back year after year are as follows:

"I don't' know how you've done it, but you have outdone yourselves again!  The program was awesome!"

Elementary Principal, commenting after the conclusion of the third year's program.

 "It's like a brand new show!  You are by far the best assembly we ever have at our school!"

Elementary Counselor, commenting after the conclusion of the fourth year's program.